Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Login or Signup

Discover
Places to see
Greece
Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηλείας

Ancient Elis Archaeological Site

Highlight • Historical Site

Ancient Elis Archaeological Site

Cycling

5.0

(1)

Save

Share

  • More

  • Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηλείας, Greece

    Save

    Share

  • More

  • Take Me There

    Tips

    March 9, 2026

    Cycling

    Ancient Elis was the capital of the Elis region in antiquity and played a central role as the "guardian" of the Olympic Games. The city was responsible for organizing and conducting the games at the nearby sanctuary of Olympia.

    All athletes had to arrive in Elis a month before the Games began to train under the supervision of local judges (Hellanodikai).

    The Sacred Way: Two days before the start of the Games, a solemn procession traveled from Elis to Olympia, a distance of approximately 58 km.
    Translated by
    guide_signup

    In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

    Sign up for free

    Nearby routes

    Best routes near Ancient Elis Archaeological Site

    placeholder

    5.0

    (1)

    17

    riders

    #1.

    Church in Gastouni – Elis Archaeological Site loop from Arkoudi

    75.9km

    04:35

    510m

    510m

    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Navigate with device

    Send to Phone

    Hard
    placeholder

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Details

    Informations

    Elevation 40 m

    Weather

    Powered by Foreca

    Friday 15 May

    21°C

    15°C

    68 %

    Additional weather tips

    Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

    Most visited during

    January

    February

    March

    April

    May

    June

    July

    August

    September

    October

    November

    December

    Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηλείας, Greece

    Other Popular Places to Check Out

    Medieval Hagia Sofia Frankish Church ⛪ Andravida square

    Explore
    RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
    Download the app
    Follow Us on Socials

    © komoot GmbH

    Privacy Policy