Gran Fondo ApolloAphrodite

September 28 - September 29, 2024 - Pafos Cyprus

A cycling route that takes you to locations where mythology was born and history was recorded. This is an idea that becomes reality through the "Aphrodite and Apollo Gran Fondo", a Cycling for All race taking place this October on the island of Cyprus. This is a race that suits all fitness levels, from beginners to pros!

Pafos, the land where the Goddess of beauty and love was born and Limassol, the area where Apollo Hylates was worshipped as god of woodlands, are hosting for the first time the cycling gran fondo "The paths of Apollo and Aphrodite

Cyprus is known for its mythological ties to the ancient gods, hence the existence of hundreds of archeological sites and other monuments that are linked to the gods of Olympus, especially Aphrodite and Apollo who were worshipped greatly on the Island.

The route of this one of a kind Gran Fondo take place in areas of great beauty, archaeological importance and authenticity of our small island!

The selected route portray the beauty of the island as well as the 10,000 years of history, civilization and culture of Cyprus and its people!

The Kourion amphitheater and the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates are some of the highlights of the routes that you will be racing in October in Cyprus.

Apollo Aphrodite Gran Fondo

 
Routes: 96 km
Difficulty of Greatest Route: C - Moderate terrain with rolling short steep hills or moderate, sustained climbs
 
What's Included?

Finisher's Medal
Certificate
Trophy for Winners
Goody Bag
Facilities
Onsite Parking
Parking Nearby
Toilets
Road Markers
Water Stations
Medical Facilities
Chip Timing System

Facilities
Adequate Car Parking
Free Parking
Sign On Desk
 
Support for Participants
Route Signposted
Route Card
First Aid
Emergency Contact No
SAG Wagon
Outriders
Marshalls
Escort / Police Escort
Controlled Intersections
Roving Mechanical Support
Neutral Support Vehicles
Mechanical Support at Rest Stops
 
Features
Electronic Start/Finish Timing
Finishing Medals
Results Within 24 Hours
Photos
Personalised Bib (Name and QR Code)
Downloadable GPS files
Free Training Rides
Fundraising
 
Nutrition
Feed / Aid Stations
Pre Event Meal(s) Provided As Part of Entry
Post Event Meal(s) Provided As Part of Entry
 
Event Size
500 - 1999 Riders
 
 
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