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This is one of the most interesting routes in the Pafos area. Starting from Polis Chrysochous and ascending to Neo Chorio, you can enjoy the magnificent views of the coastline. Shortly after, you will find yourself cycling along green pine trees and herds of sheep that graze freely in the area. Further along the route is the, until recently, abandoned village of Androlikou. The dilapidated village houses, will give you the feeling that, here, time has stopped. It is worth stopping to take in the feeling of nostalgia and the strange charm of the abandoned village, before heading up to Drousia.

On the way up to the highest point, you can enjoy the splendid views of the green pine trees stretching downhill to reach the vibrant blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

From there on, the route descents to the Fontana Amoroza area. There, before continuing your journey back to Polis Chrysochous, you may enjoy a swim in the beautiful crystal, clear blue waters of the famous Blue lagoon, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island.

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The route begins in Polis and travels along the coast in a northeasterly direction to Pachyammos. It then does a little detour, climbing up into the mountains in a southerly direction in order to by-pass the Turkish enclave of Kokkines, after which it goes downhill to pick up the coastal road again to Pyrgos.

Difficulty rate: Easy and almost flat road with only one uphill past Kokkines. There are often strong onshore winds in the area, particularly in the afternoon. A street bike with at least 20 speeds is required. .
Road condition: Good quality paved roads throughout.
Route Description: This excursion, together with the routes from Pafos, links Pyrgos with Polis and Pafos.

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This route goes northeast along the Polis- Pyrgos road. It travels along the coast until a turning to the right leading to the village of Argaka. The road goes past the front of the village school and continues straight and south along a dirt road. It then turns southeast to the picnic site at Agios Merkourios. From there it goes along a descending forest road to Argaka and Makounta and back to Polis.

Difficulty rate: A relatively easy route, despite being on a dirt road.
It requires a mountain bike with front suspension.
Road condition: A variety of surfaces.

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The greatest advantage of cycling in the Polis area is its proximity to the Akamas Peninsula.

This 22km route begins in Polis and heads west towards Lakki (Latsi), the small harbour / marina of Polis and the Baths of Aphrodite. Shortly after Lakki (Latsi) ­ and just before the Baths it turns south ­ climbing towards Neo Chorio. The route travels through the village and then heads west with the road becoming a dirt road just outside the village. It then passes Smigies picnic site, which is the last stop for water. From Smigies, the route climbs rather steeply and turns right, heading southwest along the slopes of a hill offering alternating views of the east and west sides of the peninsula. A turning to the right, 3km from Smigies, leads to ruins known as Pyrgos tis Rigainas.

Alternatively, continuing straight for another 2km leads on to the road to Lara, Fontana Amorosa and the Baths of Aphrodite. Further along this road is Akamas lighthouse. Alternative route: You can return to Polis from the lighthouse by going along the Fontana Amorosa road to the Baths of Aphrodite.

The route begins in Kato Pafos and goes along the coastal road in a northwesterly direction until the crossroads at Coral Bay, where it turns right. It then climbs to Pegeia, known for its fountain.
The route continues climbing through the village, which offers a spectacular view of the west coast. It then enters the forest and travels northeast to the village of Kathikas from where it heads north to Prodromi and finally to Polis.

Difficulty rate: A rather tough route for the average cyclist but can be achieved with some effort and on a good road bike with 20 speeds.
Road condition: Good quality paved roads throughout
Route Description: This route goes from Pafos to Polis, the main town of the Chrysochou bay.

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The route starts at Polis Chrysochous and it does not take long to reach the famous fresh water spring Loutra tis Afroditis (Baths of Aphrodite), where, according to legend, the Goddess of Love and Beauty used to take her baths. Both the spring itself, as well as the adjacent botanical garden are worth visiting.

Continuing your ride through the forest of the Akamas peninsula, on your way up toward the Akamas lighthouse, you will enjoy magnificent views of the westernmost cape of Cyprus. Right before the beginning of the big uphill (17 km from the start point), in the Fontana Amoroza area, you may enjoy a swim in the beautiful crystal, clear blue waters of the famous Blue lagoon, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island.

Once you arrive at ‘Faros’, the Akamas lighthouse, and after enjoying the view, you can return to Polis Chrysochous following the same route back.

Alternatively, if you still have the strength, you can continue ascending to the ‘Smiges’ picnic area and continue through Neo Chorio village and all the way back to Polis Chrysochous.

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This excursion is actually a bicycle tour of the Pafos (Paphos) area. It goes along the coastal front of Kato Pafos, past the Geroskipou Tourist Beach and ends at Timi beach next to Pafos airport and the nearby eucalyptus grove.

The route starts off at Pafos harbour and heads in a southeasterly direction, travelling along the coast. From there it goes along the old Pafos – Limassol road up to the Pafos airport. At that point the route turns right towards the sea and Pafos airport, a bit further down reaches the small bay and beach of Timi and the eucalyptus grove with its picnic site.

Difficulty rate: A touring bike or road bike is required.
Road condition: Entirely on paved roads.

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