HOLARGOS
KILOMETERS
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Author:
G. Koutrotsios
Photos:
V. Karalaios
Around Korakas and Korakovouni
A delightful loop around the peaks of Korakas and Korakovouni, packing into just a few kilometers a mix of easy and technical trails—right on the doorstep of Holargos. An ideal choice for riders making the transition from dirt roads to trails, or for a quick afternoon training session.
INTRODUCTION
The northern part of Mount Hymettus is its greenest, having been spared from most of the wildfires that devastated other sections. Here lies Korakovouni, one of the “siblings” of Ymittos’ famous Evzonas peak, with an elevation of 728 m, and just east of it the smaller Korakas. Both are lush and rocky, with slopes that host a labyrinth of trails—some marked, others not—many of which are perfectly suited for mountain biking.
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
This loop can serve as an “introductory ride” to mountain biking, particularly for riders transitioning from dirt roads to trails, or simply as a quick afternoon workout for those living nearby. The route circles around the peaks of Korakas and Korakovouni on the northeastern foothills of Hymettus, just a stone’s throw from Holargos.
Starting at the end of Karaoli & Dimitriou Street in Holargos, the route climbs first onto the hill of Korakas, then descends southwest on scenic trails toward Papagou. After another short climb up to the Papagou cemetery, it follows downhill trails all the way back to the finish. The dirt roads are relatively rough with many embedded rocks, while the trails are rideable and “fast,” with only a few technical challenges that won’t trouble most riders.
9.3 km.
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9.3 km.
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| Distance between points | Total distance | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |  |
Start at the end of Karaoli & Dimitriou Street in Holargos, climb the dirt road after the metal barrier |
| 0.4 | 0.4 |  |
At the end of the first climb, turn right at the fork |
| 0.3 | 0.7 |  |
At the end of the steep climb, right onto a wide dirt road |
| 0.1 | 0.8 |  |
After 50 m, left onto a downhill trail (following the waymarks of trail no. 2) |
| 0.1 | 1.3 |  |
At the plateau, right toward the small chapel |
| 0.1 | 1.4 |  |
At the chapel, left at the fork |
| 0.3 | 1.7 |  |
Cross the paved road (Anastaseos Street) and continue on the trail running parallel (left) to the road |
| 0.5 | 2.2 |  |
Continue on a trail just to the right of the sports fields entrance |
| 0.1 | 2.3 | |
Left at the fork (towards Hymettus mountain) |
| 0.2 | 2.5 | |
At the junction, straight on the dirt road toward “Dogaropoulou Street” |
| 0.7 | 3.2 | |
Just before the bridge, left onto a trail |
| 0.6 | 3.8 | |
Left at the trail fork |
| 0.2 | 4.0 | |
At the junction, straight downhill |
| 1.0 | 5.0 | |
On Anastaseos Street, turn right (a parallel cemented cycle path is also available on the right) |
| 1.3 | 6.3 | |
Opposite the entrance of Papagou Cemetery, left onto a dirt road |
| 1.5 | 7.8 | |
At the end of the downhill, left, riding parallel to the fence |
| 0.6 | 8.4 | |
At the junction, straight, same as at the start of the route |
| 0.1 | 8.5 | |
At the trail signs, right onto a trail |
| 0.1 | 8.6 | |
At the cement post, left at the fork |
| 0.1 | 8.7 | |
At the second fork, left and immediately right onto the more distinct trail (following the yellow marks) |
| 0.3 | 9.0 |  |
At the end of the trail, left onto a dirt road, leading back to the endpoint |