There is a vast number of routes to choose from and terrain variety, according to your experience and skill level. From easy crossings on asphalt roads for beginners, to dirt roads for the more experienced bikers. It is an exciting ride mainly in rich forest with fir and beech trees. Mountain bike enthusiasts can enjoy the beauty of the valleys, the impressive alpine meadows and breathtaking views of the Aegean sea and the coast. The duration of the activity is from 3-5 hours, depending on the route and can be performed at any time of the year.
Note that, as you ascent higher on the mountain, the weather conditions are rougher with temperatures that start from -10°C/14°F in winter months, while during summer months the temperature ranges from 0°C/32°F to 20°C/ 68°F. In addition, there are companies with qualified instructors that organize tours to Mount Kissavos. If you find yourself in the area, do not miss the opportunity to visit some of the many picturesque villages and taste delicious, traditional teaspoon sweets.
Mauna Kea is one of the five active volcanoes on the island of Hawaii, 35 mi/56 km West of Hilo Town and it's peak is the highest point in the state, standing 13803 ft/4207 m above the sea level.
Eindhoven is situated in the south of the Netherlands, in the province of North Brabant at the confluence of the Gender and Dommel streams. It is a city and a municipality, neighboring with many cities and towns as Nuenen, Best, Son en Bruegel, Veldhoven, Oirschot, Geldrop – Mierlo, Eersel and Waalre.
Chicago is the seat of Cook County, Illinois, USA. It is the third most populous city in the US and the most populous city in both the American Midwest and Illinois. Nicknamed as The Second City or Windy City, Chicago is situated on the southeastern shores of Lake Michigan, in the northeastern Illinois.
Garden Route is a popular stretch of the south-eastern coastline of South Africa. It is sand-witched between the Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains. It has a mild oceanic climate with mild to warm summers and mild to cool winters and considered second mildest climate after Hawaii according to the Guinness Book of Records.
North Little Rock is located across the picturesque Arkansas River in Pulaski County, Arkansas. North Little Rock is the state’s sixth-largest city that includes beautiful lakes, magnificent parks such as Dickey-Stephens Park (home of the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team), Burns Park (one of the USA largest parks), walking and bicycling trails, recreational and entertainment facilities which bloom throughout the city.
Emporia is a city in and the county seat of Lyon County, located at 58 mi/93 km in the south west of Topeka City and 88 mi/141 km in the northeast of Wichita, Kansas, USA.
Following its successful completion in the four previous years, the leading mountain running race in Epirus and one of the greatest in Greece, comes this year, on July 24th and 26th, 2015.
Calling all fans of extreme driving skills, speed and off road routes. Serres, in Northern Greece, is preparing to host the biggest Rally ever held in Greece. After five successful years, from 2011 to 2015, the 6th edition of the Serres Rally is upgrading and is now part of the FIM (Federation International de Motocyclisme) and FIM Europe calendar and an official event of the Cross Country Rally Raid World!
Epirus is a geographic and administrative region, located in northwestern Greece. It is considered to be the region with the more rainfall than any other part of the country. In fact, Epirus offers imposing landscapes of outstanding natural beauty as well as a wide variety of fauna and flora.
Olympus Marathon returns for the 13th year to the sacred grounds of Mount Olympus in Greece. Following the course of an ancient Greek sacred route towards the top of the mountain to honor the God of the Gods, Zeus, this is a race that will stay carved in your memory forever!
Mount Kissavos or Ossa, is situated on the east side of Thessaly region, facing the amazing Tempi Vale and Mount Olympus to the north, whereas to the west the beautiful plain of Larissa. The location offers many opportunities for outdoor activities and adrenaline sports, such as hiking, canyoning and mountain biking.
If you need a winter ride, full of adventure, power, passion and snow, take your snow-machine and be the knight rider. Be careful, you should find a perfect place, where the snow could stand your wild instincts. If you need help, Seli is a good choice. It's located in the regional unit of Imathia, on the border of Kato Vermio or Kato Seli, which is one of the highest villages in Greece with an altitude of 1900 m/6233 ft.
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, known worldwide for its mythological importance, as according to the religion of the ancient Greeks, the 12 "Olympian" gods lived there. Located in Pieria region, on the borders of Macedonia and Thessaly, this incredible mountainous massif has a number of peaks with the highest of all, called Mytikas, reaching a top elevation of 9573 ft / 2918 m and is surrounded by deep gorges and areas of outstanding biodiversity.
All children like snow because they enjoy the game with the snowballs, the snow war with their friends as well as competing each other who is going to make the best snowman.
