A cycling destination that has everything
The scenery and the views the greater region of Leonidio offers, got us by surprise. We couldn’t believe that those beautiful roads could be so breathtaking and welcoming. Mountain passes, plateaus and some of the most beautiful coastal roads we have ever cycled in our lives. A constantly changing scenery is quite typical while cycling on the Peloponnese and Leonio region is not an exception to this wonderful rule. But in this case, the views we experienced and the thrill we felt, had no comparison with any of our trips before. We let our pictures to show you how great our riding was.
Our cycling days in Leonidio
During our cycling trips in the Peloponnese, we had the chance to visit the greater region of Leonidio quite frequently. Our visits however, were brief, mainly a part of the multistages cycling trip (C2C in the Peloponnese), which only allowed us limited time to explore in detail this part of the Peloponnese.
Therefore, we took the initiative to allocate one month to try to find everything about this hidden cycling treasure. We stayed in Leonidio for almost a month (mid Nov – mid Dec 2019), something that made us discover every layer of cycling and culture in the area around it.
We have seen and experienced many remarkable things. We are excited to share all of them with you.
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Off the saddle: what to do in Leonidio when cycling is over
Apart from the great cycling, Leonidio offers a few great experiences you can enjoy during your off-the-saddle time or on your rest days. Explore the nearby monasteries, the farmland, the women’s association and witness how the olive oil is produced or hear stories about people who lived here 300 years ago. Cycling is over, but exploring never stops!
Where cyclists eat in Leonidio?
We have visited all the restaurants in the area of Leonidio and we share what we found out to be the best options. There is no advertisement or benefit of any kind, other than cyclists enjoying their meals. From fresh fish and local recipes to great pizza and pasta options to load you with carbs. Let us know your input.
Why choosing to cycle in Leonidio?
Leonidio is a great destination for cycling which combines all a cyclist wants. It is a place with authentic character, awesome cycling landscapes with exceptional road conditions and mild temperatures. Lastly, the food options we tried were exceeded our expectations.
Cycling friendly accommodation options in Leonidio
In Leonidio there are a lot of options you can choose from for your accommodation arrangements. All of them ensure an excellent level of service with great hospitality to cyclists. We have visited many of the lodgings in the greater area of Leonidio to inspect and check to what extent the cycling culture is welcomed (e.g. a safe place to store the bikes).
Cyclists profile for Leonidio
Leonidio is not flat.Cycling out of the valley, where the town of Leonidio is located, would require from the cyclists to put at least of a 30 – 40 mins effort to climb a 500m uphill road. The usage of an ebike is a great option, that will allow you to enjoy exploring the region while being within your comfort zone.
How safe is cycling / biking in Greece?
Cycling in Greece is wonderfully Safe! Read about drivers behaviour, road conditions & personal safety while cycling Greece. An objective study conducted by our team, which aims to provide the cycling community with reliable and credible information.
Bike Rental Delivery at Athens Airport
We can have your bike rental delivered straight at the Athens Airport. Let us know your flight details, your car rental company and how to find you. Our staff will met you there and deliver you the bike without any dealys. Not enough space? Worry not, we can provide you with a bike rack to get your bike anywhere without any logistical hassles.
How the delivery costs are being calculated? Is booking earlier better?
A sophisticated system constantly checks both our vans locations and at which of our hubs have the available for your request bikes. Basis those inputs it calculates the costs most optimised and efficient scenario, for us to deliver you bike. The earlier we know about that the better it is.
Rent your bike everywhere in Greece
Athens, Peloponnese or Greek Islands, there is no restriction to where we can deliver your bike rental. In fact we are taking this a step further: just select two different locations that you want your trip to start and end leave all the rest to us. Another great idea is to book your flights on different airports and design a trip that connects those destinations.
A bicycle rental fleet for all needs
No matter if your are cycling to explore a region in Greece or to keep up with your fitness goals, our rental bike fleet covers every need you have. We share the same cycling culture and we know how important renting a proper bike is.