Machairas – Pitsylia Cycling Route
This 25 kilometres excursion ascends into Machairas forest and on to the Pitsylia area. From Machairas Monastery the route heads west passing through the small villages of Lazanias and Gouri, where it turns south to Farmakas. From Farmakas it heads southwest, descending towards the main Lefkosia (Nicosia) – Palaichori road, with Palaichori dam to the left. From there the road turns left to go through Apliki, climbing steadily for 5 kilometres until it reaches Palaichori itself.
Start Point: Machairas monastery
End Point: Palaichori
Total Distance: 25 kilometres
Difficulty Rate: Although the entire route is on paved roads, there are several steep uphills. It requires a street bicycle with at least 14 speeds or a mountain bike with 21 speeds.
Road Conditions: For the most part this route is on paved roads.
Height Gain: 240 metres
Source: Cyprus Tourism Organisation