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Cyprus

All stages

Organizing partner

Registration closed

Duration

5 days

Total distance

400 km

Total elevation gain

7'450 m d+ (+)

Day 1

Prologue

This prologue takes place between Tochni and Lefkara, winding through the narrow streets of these two traditional Cypriot villages. In between, ... a beautiful climb that will allow participants to express themselves to the full!

Return to Start (Tochni) by road following recommended itinerary.

Start

Tochni village center

Finish

Lefkara village center

Distance

21.3 km (+15.6 km liaison to Tochni)

Elevation gain

790 m

Surface

74% gravel

Timing

  • Timed section 1: 20.5 km (km 0.0 to km 20.5)

Best estimated time over total distance
0h53 (average speed 24.1 km/h)

Cut-off
no

Feed zones
km 21.5 to Finish

Day 2

Stage 1

We take you to the mountains at the foot of Mount Olympus, an itinerary offering a variety of panoramic views. Although the slopes are fairly gentle, the route is somewhat demanding due to its significant elevation gain. This stage is particularly suitable for climbers.

Start

Tochni

Finish

Agros

Distance

77.5 km

Elevation gain

2'200 m

Surface

40% gravel

Timing

  • Timed section 1: 11.5 km (km 12.5 to km 24)
  • Timed section 2: 7.5 km (km 36.6 to km 44.1)

Best estimated time over total distance
3h00 (average speed 25.8 km/h)

Cut-off 1 km 44.1 - end of sector 2
4h00 (average speed 11 km/h)

Cut-off 2 km 77.5 - Finish line
7h00 total distance (average speed 11 km/h)

Feed zones
km 32.8 / km 44.1 (water) / km 61.1 / km 77.5 to Finish

Day 3

Stage 2 - Queen Stage

Set off at dawn for an epic stage that will leave you with unforgettable memories. You'll climb to the iconic Kikkos monastery, and cross the pine forests of Tróodos on beautiful ochre trails. Enjoy panoramic views from overhanging roads and end your day by the sea to watch the sunset.

Start

Agros

Finish

Polis

Distance

126.2 km

Elevation gain

2'150 m

Surface

42% gravel

Timing

  • Timed section 1: 12.1 km (km 18.5 to km 30.6)
  • Timed section 2: 5.3 km (km 42.2 to km 47.5)
  • Timed section 3: 14.5 km (km 50.3 to km 64.8)

Best estimated time over total distance
4h40 (average speed 27.0 km/h)

Cut-off 1 km 64.8 - Feed zone 2
5h30 (average speed 11.6 km/h)

Cut-off 2 km 126.2 - Finish line
10h30 over the whole distance (average speed 12 km/h)

Feed zones
km 30.6 / km 64.8 / km 86.7 / km 126.2 to Finish

Day 4

Stage 3

Set off on a wilderness stage through the Akama National Forest Park. Breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and breathtaking coastal paths! With these breathtaking landscapes, you're in for one of the best cycling days of your life!

Don't miss Aphrodite's Baths without stopping, then get ready for the challenge of "Aphrodite's hill climbing". A short but very steep and technical climb where you can't put your foot down!

Start

Polis

Finish

White River Beach

Distance

59.3 km (+24.4 km liaison to Paphos)

Elevation gain

1'280 m

Surface

79% gravel

Timing

  • Timed section 1: Aphodite's hill climbing Challenge : 200m (km 11.7 to km 11.9) / D+ 30 m. 15%
  • Timed section 2 : 19.2 km (km 22.0 to km 41.2)
  • Timed section 3 : 12.5 km (km 46.9 to km 59.4)

Best estimated time over total distance
1h55 (average speed 30.9 km/h)

Cut-off - Finish line
4h45 total distance (average speed 12.5 km/h)

Feed zones
km 20.7 / km 41.2 / km 59.3 to Finish

Day 5

Stage 4

To finish on a high note, this stage takes you on perfect gravel trails. Once again, discover new and wild landscapes. A pure delight to round off a wonderful week.

Start

Paphos

Finish

Paphos

Distance

72.85 km

Elevation gain

1'037 m

Surface

79% gravel

Timing

  • Timed section 1: 39.8 km (km 15.7 to km 41.1)
  • Timed section 2: 17.3 km (km 51.7 to km 69.0)

Best estimated time over total distance
2h17 (average speed 31.9 km/h)

Cut-off 72.85 - Finish line
5h45 total distance (average speed 12.7 km/h)

Feed zones
km 35.3 (water) / km 41.1 / km 59.5 (water) / km 72.85 to Finish

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