Five new stunning cycle routes have been added to an initiative in Paphos to encourage cyclists to the district and ensure the area is an ‘active’ destination.

“With the aim of highlighting the countryside, beautiful landscapes and the unique communities of Paphos, five more new routes have been created that mainly cover the countryside of western Paphos and the areas of Peyia,the Laona villages, Neo Chorio, the Akamas, Polis Chysochous, Argaka, Pomos and others,” the Paphos regional board of tourism announced on Wednesday.

The initiative is being undertaken in collaboration with cycling professional, Michalis Hadgiioannou of Bikin’ Cyprus Adventures and with the support of the ministry of tourism, they said.

The plan is to offer top-notch cycling routes for visitors to the Paphos district.

“Visitors to Paphos will now be able to enjoy, even more, the exciting experience of upgraded cycling as part of their holiday in Paphos, as a magical destination for activities, adventure, and professional training.”