The Hellenic Mountain Race is a fixed route, unsupported, single-stage cycling race through the mountains of Greece. The clock does not stop, and there are no prizes. For those brave and hardened enough to participate, this event offers another perspective on this historic country.
The fourth edition of the Hellenic Mountain Race is a year of change. Riders will follow a 922 kilometre route with 27,831m of vertical elevation gain. This year we start in Agios Athanasios, a picturesque stone village to the west of Thessaloniki and again ride down the length of Greece to the picturesque, fortified Venetian port town of Nafpaktos, at the southern edge of the mainland, on the Gulf of Corinth. Along the way, riders will validate their progress at three checkpoints: Smolikas, Melissourgi, and Karpenisi, before tackling the final stretch over Diaselo Kaliakoudas pass and descending into Nafpaktos.
The route emphasizes the dramatic landscapes of the Pindus Mountains, with riders transitioning from dense forests to high-altitude, barren peaks reminiscent of Kyrgyzstan. The race promises a challenging yet unforgettable journey through Greece’s rugged terrain, combining adventure, cultural landmarks, and natural beauty.
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