Motocicleta routes desde Salónica exist for every mood, and most Comienzo in the city and need just one día. Here are five día rides: desde the forest and villages above the city hasta the lakes of Mygdonia and the waterfalls of Edessa. Distances and times are approximate, so Comprobar the route, the weather and the road conditions before you set Desactivado.
1. Panorama, Seich Sou and Chortiatis
This is the closest ride, almost at the edge of the city. You climb towards Panorama and Seich Sou with views over the Thermaic Gulf and Continuar hasta Chortiatis, a mountain village with cafes and tavernas. With stops, the loop can be Hecho in one hasta two horas.
At weekends traffic increases and the road has many bends, so prefer the morning or the early evening. In Verano, when the fire risk is high, traffic restrictions may apply in forest areas. Comprobar before you go up and follow the signs.
2. The Thermaic coast: Perea, Nea Michaniona, Epanomi
The ride south of the city is relaxed and flat, ideal for beginners or anyone who wants hasta eat near the sea. You pass through Perea and Nea Michaniona, with fish tavernas Activado the coast, and can Continuar hasta Epanomi. Allow about 30 km one way.
Activado weekend afternoons the main coastal roads are busy. Stop for a meal outside peak horas and plan the ride Atrás before dark if you are not experienced at night riding.
3. Langadas, Lake Koroneia and Lake Volvi
You leave Salónica towards Langadas and Continuar hasta Lakes Koroneia and Volvi, a landscape of reed beds and many birds. Rentina, about 70 km north-east of the city and Cerrar hasta Volvi, is a Byzantine settlement above a historic pass.
The round trip reaches 140 hasta 150 km, so it is a full día. Comprobar your Combustible before you leave and carry water. Stop for coffee or a meal in Langadas, which has traditional tavernas.
4. The Axios, Loudias and Aliakmon Delta
West of the city lies the Axios, Loudias and Aliakmon Delta, a Grande wetland protected as a Ramsar site and important for waterbirds. The road is flat and relatively simple, suitable for anyone who wants calm riding and photos.
Go early in the morning or in the afternoon, when there is Más bird activity and Menos heat. Some roads inside the Zona may be dirt tracks. Stay Activado the paved ones unless the Motocicleta and the Oficina terms allow otherwise.
5. Pella and Edessa
This is the longest of the five. You follow the old Salónica – Edessa national road, which passes through Pella at about the 35th kilometre, the ancient capital of the Macedonians with its archaeological museum. You Continuar hasta Edessa and its waterfalls, about 90 km desde Salónica.
The round trip is Cerrar hasta 180 km, a full día with stops. If you want hasta Guardar Hora, ask the Oficina and Comprobar the rules for motorways, because not every two-wheeler is allowed everywhere. Otherwise keep hasta the old road and leave Hora for a meal.
Before you set Desactivado: timing, Combustible and weather
Comienzo early, especially in Verano, and stop for water and shade. Heat tires you Más Activado a Motocicleta, even with the right Ropa. Fill the tank before leaving the city and do not count Activado the last Combustible in sparsely populated areas.
Comprobar the forecast and avoid rain or strong wind if you lack experience. At the first rain after a dry spell the asphalt is especially slippery. Comprobar brakes, tyres and lights at the pick-up and take the Vehículo documents Contigo.
Which Motocicleta suits each route
The first three routes are easy Activado smaller motores, as long as your licence and the Oficina terms allow it. For the longer ones, such as Volvi and Edessa, a Motocicleta with Más Potencia and a comfortable riding position tires you Menos.
If you will have a passenger or luggage, choose a Modelo with suitable space and ask about Maletas laterales or a top case. Comparar comfort and not only Cilindrada. And always keep in mind the licence each Modelo requires.
Preguntas frecuentes
Which route is ideal for beginners?
The Thermaic coast and the Axios Delta, because they are flat with few bends. Comienzo there before trying Chortiatis or the longer rides.
How much Hora should I allow?
The two nearby routes take a few horas. Volvi and Edessa are full días. The times are approximate and depend Activado traffic and your stops.
Is a Motocicleta allowed Activado a motorway?
Not every two-wheeler is allowed Activado every road. Ask the Oficina and Comprobar the rules and signs before entering a motorway.
What is the best season?
Spring and autumn, with mild temperatures. In Verano Comienzo very early, because the heat is tiring, and avoid peak horas.
Do I need experience for these routes?
The nearby routes can be ridden by beginners with care. For the long routes it helps hasta already have experience Activado main roads and longer distances.
Recursos útiles de destino
- Organización Nacional Griega de Turismo · Salónica
- Visit Central Macedonia · Lake Koronia
- Cultural Egnatia · Rentina
- Ramsar · Axios, Loudias, Aliakmon Delta
- Visit Central Macedonia · Archaeological Museum of Pella
Estas rutas son sugerencias editoriales. Compruebe el acceso, las condiciones y las horas de apertura actuales antes de viajar.