Lara Beach Loop
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Paphos
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Lara Beach Loop

20 km
200m elevation
2 hours

About this Route

The Lara Beach route is an adventurous ride into the wild landscapes of the Akamas Peninsula, combining rugged gravel tracks, remote countryside and spectacular views of Cyprus’ western coastline. The journey towards Lara takes riders through an exposed, largely undeveloped landscape where the Mediterranean is rarely far from view.

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Highlights

The highlight is Lara Beach, one of Cyprus’ most important protected nesting areas for loggerhead and green sea turtles. With uneven surfaces and some demanding sections, this is a route best suited to confident gravel or mountain-bike riders looking to combine adventure, coastal scenery, and the untouched character of Akamas.

Route Overview

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Elevation Profile

Total Distance20.6 km
Elevation Gain161 m
Elevation Loss177 m
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Key Climbs

2 climbs · 60m total ascent

Lara Bay Turn

Cat 1

Save something for the final section, where the gradient increases and the climb delivers its toughest challenge.

440 km
40m
9%

Sea Caves Climb

Cat 1

Short but demanding, this climb asks for a little extra effort before rewarding you at the top.

250 km
20m
8%

Route Segments

1
Climb

Lara Bay Turn

Save something for the final section, where the gradient increases and the climb delivers its toughest challenge.

440 km
40m
9%
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors
2
Climb

Sea Caves Climb

Short but demanding, this climb asks for a little extra effort before rewarding you at the top.

250 km
20m
8%
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors

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