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      Konitsa is a city within the prefecture of Ioannina and is located 64 km North of the city of Ioannina near the borders between Greece and Albania. It lies amphitheatrically in the side of Mt. Trapezitsa with an astoning view at the valley where Aoos river meets Voidomatis and Sarantaporos rivers.

      Konitsa is a peripheral center for many of the small villages that are located in the outskirts of Pindos and has a well established market with many local products, banks, post office and a small hospital / first aid center.

      It is a central point for all tourists who wish to explore Pindos mountains or wish to engage in activities such as hiking, kayaking, rafting, horseriding, etc.

      Nearby points of interest are the following:

      The National Park of Vikos - Aoos where the famous Vikos gorge is located.
      Tymphi Mountain
      Smolikas Mountain (2.637m), second highest summit in Greece
      The hot springs of Kavasila and Amarantos
      The village complex of Zagori and Pogoni
      The village complex of Mastorohoria which is comprised of 43 villages with the most famous of which are Molista, Gannadio, Monastiri, Kastaniani, and Pyrsogianni.

      The nearest large city is Ioannina city.

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      Region Status
      Caution as of Jun 13, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      15
      Trails Mountain Bike
      14
      Trails E-Bike
      9
      Trails Gravel Bike
      3
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      11
      Trails Hike
      15
      Trails Trail Running
      13
      Total Distance
      22 miles
      Total Descent
      12,410 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,768 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,235 ft
      Reports
      92
      Photos
      81
      Completed Counter
      80
      Sub Regions
      • Molista
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        • 6
        Caution on Jul 8, 2026

      Popular Konitsa Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 10 ft • 32 •
      The trail starts near the top of Mt. Smolikas and ends at the village of Pades
      • 5 ★ 5.0 • 3 miles • 1,928 ft • 4 • • hike
      Less popular blue difficulty gravel path. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 1,928 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow.
      • 5 ★ 5.0 • 1,673 ft • 6 ft • 4 •
      This trail is an old trail that connects the villages of Monastiri and Molista. It is named as "Yiogou Trail" due to the small church of Virgin Mary of Yiogou that the visitor may find along the trail. During the old days, all families...
      • 5 ★ 4.0 • 1,161 ft • 2 ft • 4 •
      This is the old trail that used to be the primary route that connected the villages of Molista and Gannadio before a motorized road was created. In its entirety, it is a trail paved with black cobble stone, making it a full scale rock...
      • 5 ★ 3.5 • 1,159 ft • 24 ft • 3 •
      This trail shares the same initial climb as the U-Turn trail but it switches direction and goes through the old meadows of the village of Gannadio. It is named as Thia Marina because it was used to connect the village to the old crop...
      • 5 ★ 3.0 • 1 mile • 273 ft • 3 •
      This trail initiates at the parking lot of Molista village moving through the village and crossing an old stone bridge close to the area where an old watermill used to exist. It continues further as a very smooth singletrack up to the...
      • 5 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 56 ft • 2 •
      The trail starts at the road in front of the old school building and following the forest road reaches the small church of St. Sotirios (San Salvatore). From then on the trail changes into a rather technical and some times steep and off...
      • 5 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 29 ft • 2 •
      This trail begins with a short climb left to the entrance of Gannadio village. Once the rider reaches the kiosk at the top of the mountain (5 minute steep walk), he then enters the downhill section of the trail. The trail is downhill...

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      Photos of Konitsa Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Konitsa Mountain Bike

      My hometrail
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      trail: THE Trail
      0:08 | 402 | Oct 23, 2014
      Molista MTB II
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      trail: U-turn
      0:06 | 150 | Apr 25, 2014
      MTB - Smolikas to Pades downhill RAW / Free ride
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      24:06 | 362 | Oct 10, 2022 , Konitsa
      Yiogou X-tended
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      2:18 | 337 | May 21, 2019 , Konitsa
      Molista Mountain Bike VI
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      trail: La Scala
      3:49 | 751 | Apr 25, 2018 , Konitsa
      Molista MTB V
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      trail: The Cross
      664 | May 3, 2017 , Konitsa
      Molista MTB IV - The Trailmasters Haven
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      trail: U-turn
      639 | Nov 20, 2016 , Konitsa
      How to get to Yiogou Trail
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      5:18 | 635 | Nov 15, 2016 , Konitsa

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1420 miles10,705 ft12 miles4,767 ft
      #2,950#208192166
      E-Bike910 miles6,860 ft8 miles4,534 ft
      #2,009#167827
      Gravel Bike39 miles3,314 ft4 miles2,572 ft
      #840#7131
      Adaptive Bike26 miles2,169 ft3 miles1,283 ft
      #891#1713
      Winter Fat Bike1113 miles6,877 ft8 miles2,336 ft
      #313#488
      Hike1522 miles12,411 ft13 miles4,767 ft
      #1,015#492172
      Trail Running1317 miles9,560 ft11 miles4,534 ft
      #2,758#22923

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Konitsa?
      Konitsa has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Konitsa?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Konitsa are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Konitsa?
      There are 2 parking locations listed in Konitsa. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Konitsa?
      The longest trail in Konitsa is Dragonlake downhill at 3.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Konitsa?
      ▼ How many trails are in Konitsa?
      Konitsa has a total of 15 trails. Of those, 14 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Konitsa to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Konitsa?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Konitsa is I.M.Stomiou with 1,928 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Konitsa?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Konitsa is Dragonlake downhill with 2,594 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Konitsa?
      Konitsa supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Konitsa?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Konitsa is I.M.Stomiou with an average grade of 5.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Konitsa?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Konitsa. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Konitsa?
      The overall region status for Konitsa is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 7 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 5
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Konitsa?
      Yes, Konitsa supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Konitsa that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Konitsa?
      The highest summit in Konitsa is Φαρμάκη at 7,270 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Konitsa?
      There are 3 notable sights in Konitsa. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Konitsa.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Konitsa?
      The most popular Strava segments in Konitsa are:
      • ~TraiL 3 Full~ (296 athletes)
      • TraiL 3 (287 athletes)
      • TraiL 2 (277 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Konitsa.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Konitsa?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Konitsa. View all adaptive trails in Konitsa for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Konitsa?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Konitsa?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Konitsa are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Konitsa.
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