more stats
3,120 ft
Distance
-750 ft
Descent
00:03:24
Avg time
-750 ft
Altitude change
3,916 ft
Altitude min
4,665 ft
Altitude max
4,665 ft
Altitude start
3,917 ft
Altitude end
-24%
Grade
-94.9%
Grade max
3%
Grade min
56 ft
Distance climb
3,064 ft
Distance down
00:03:24
Avg time

Monk Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mount Pelion
    Volos
  • AKA
    Pistaki Trail
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #217018 in Mountain Biking
  • National Ranking
    #1,002 in Mountain Biking · Greece
  • Trail Type
    Mixed
  • Bike Type
    DH
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Sometimes hard to follow
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Garden, Other
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Lighting
    No
  • Year Opened
    2023

Monk Trail – Part 2 of the Pistaki Downhill Trail, at Chania, on the summit of Mount Pelion.

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  • Last: Jun 27, 2026
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Monk Trail Trail Reports

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Jul 22, 2026 @ 6:26pm (Europe/Athens)
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Dec 26, 2025 @ 9:19am (America/Vancouver)
Dec 26, 2025
Covered with leaves Some tricky sections Destroyed sections
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Monk Trail located?
      Monk Trail is located in Mount Pelion, Volos, Greece. It is part of the Mount Pelion trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.402, 23.05634.
      ▼ How hard is Monk Trail?
      Monk Trail is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 24%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Monk Trail?
      The trail has 750 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,916 ft to 4,665 ft.
      ▼ Is Monk Trail a point to point trail?
      Yes, Monk Trail is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ How long is Monk Trail?
      Monk Trail is 3,120 ft long. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Monk Trail?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Monk Trail. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Monk Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Monk Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Monk Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Monk Trail. The trail is 3,120 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Monk Trail?
      Monk Trail is a moderately popular trail. There have been 2 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 4 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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