West Route
Paleochora → Grammeno
Straightforward westbound beach ride with a choice of coves and sandy beach.
Photo: Cretico / Grammeno destination photo · Destination photo; source linkedDistance~5 km one way
Format~10 km return
AscentSmall rolling elevation; no major climb
Riding TimeShort ride; exact customer-time estimate should be calibrated with your fleet
Total OutingGood 2–3 h ride + beach outing
DifficultyEasy physically / Moderate traffic awareness
The ride
What this route feels like.
Why go
Highlights
- Grammeno beaches are about 5 km west of Paleochora.
- The peninsula includes Alonaki and Votsalo on the east side and a longer sandy beach to the west.
- The area is noted for old cedar trees that should be treated carefully and not ridden through.
Stops
Rest, food & supplies
- Beach / picnic stop around Grammeno.
- Kountoura lies farther along the western corridor and can be used for supplies, subject to current opening hours.