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Railbike Adventure

  • 4 3/4 Hours
  • Strenuous Activity
  • #
    PIR-025

ハイライト

  • Pedal a railbike along the sea and through the gorgeous countryside west of Athens.
  • Stop along the way at attractions that the guide will describe in fascinating detail.
  • Enjoy unobstructed views in every direction while comfortably seated on the railbike.
  • Learn a bit about the history of railbikes and how they were originally used.

説明

Pedal a two-person railbike along the tracks of a now inactive railway while admiring the extraordinary natural beauty around Megara on the outskirts of Athens. Draisines – more commonly known as railbikes – were invented in the mid-1850s to transport railway workers so they could easily inspect and repair the tracks. Today, these pedal-powered vehicles offer a fun and unusual way to ride the rails. In all, you will travel about 2.5 miles with stops along the way to rest and to ramble around historical attractions that include stone-and-concrete artillery bunkers that the Germans built during World War II. You will pedal atop cliffs overlooking the glistening Saronic Gulf, through a former railway tunnel and across a trestle bridge. The guide will provide enlightening and entertaining commentary the entire time, which will make the adventure all the more memorable. You may even hear harrowing tales of the robber Sciron, a local figure from Greek mythology.

Helpful Hints

  • Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
  • Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
  • Participants must be at least 15 years of age, weigh no more than 220 lbs and have a minimum height of 4 ft 9 inches. Tour involves enough amount of biking and it is suggested that guests wear comfortable clothing, have any medication needed with them in case of any allergies, have water or isotonic drink with them if they wish. Helmets are provided. The rail biking tour covers a distance of 7 km, and on the way back, riders will cover a total of 14 km. The initial part of the journey involves a slight uphill, and riders will have to make a little effort. However, after the first stop, cycling will become more comfortable. The tour will include several stops along the way, giving riders a chance to rest and enjoy the scenery.
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