Laona Villages Loop
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Paphos
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Laona Villages Loop

73 km
1090m elevation
3 hours

About this Route

The Laona Villages Loop is a beautiful road ride through the elevated countryside of northwest Paphos, linking traditional villages such as Kathikas, Pano Arodes, Ineia and Droushia. The route winds through vineyards and rolling hills, with stretches offering spectacular views towards the Akamas Peninsula and Mediterranean coastline. Combining steady climbing, flowing village roads and rewarding descents, this loop is ideal for cyclists who want to experience rural Cyprus, traditional village life and the distinctive landscapes of the Laona wine region in a single ride.

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Elevation Profile

Total Distance72.8 km
Elevation Gain1042 m
Elevation Loss1040 m
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Key Climbs

2 climbs · 440m total ascent

Climb to Panorama

Cat 2

A long, consistent ascent that gives you plenty of time to settle into your pace and enjoy the surrounding countryside.

6.5 km
430m
6.6%

Climb before Kathikas

Cat 1

One of those climbs where the effort is quickly forgotten once you reach the top and take in the landscape below.

210 km
10m
9.5%

Route Segments

1
Climb

Climb to Panorama

A long, consistent ascent that gives you plenty of time to settle into your pace and enjoy the surrounding countryside.

6.5 km
430m
6.6%
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors
2
Climb

Climb before Kathikas

One of those climbs where the effort is quickly forgotten once you reach the top and take in the landscape below.

210 km
10m
9.5%
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors

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Restaurant
Cafe

Kathikas Square Gin Bar

Restaurant
Mediterranean Cuisine

Oniro by the Sea