Macedonia Travel

Difficulty Grades

Cycling
GRADE	EASY	MODERATE	CHALLENGING	STRENIOUS
LENGTH	up to 40km / 25mi	up to 75km / 46mi	up to 100km / 62mi	ca 100km / 62mi
CLIMBS	fairly flat terrain, with some gentle or short inclinations	hilly terrain with moderate uphills	mountainous terrain, long uphills, may be going over mountain passes	mountainous terrain, with long uphills, steep inclinations, sometimes reaching mountain peaks.
FITNESS	cyclists who like to ride leisurely in nice scenery, but also to spend time exploring	Regular cyclists, who are used to longer rides and are happy to take an uphill, or two along the way	Good level of fitness and regular training. Endurance to ride long stretches of uphil	Aimed at regular sportive / club riders experienced in long rides and on difficult terrains

Walking
GRADE	EASY	EASY / MODERATE	MODERATE	CHALLENGING
LENGTH	Easy hikes, designed for people who enjoy the outdoors and relaxed walks with ample time to enjoy the attractions along the route.	12-18km / 8-11mi	16-23km / 10-14mi	22-30km / 14-19mi
HOURS		3 – 6 hours Terrain may be rugged, with some hills, but not too strenuous.	4 – 7 hours Longer, but still manageable hikes with more elevation change.	5 – 9 hours Long hikes with possible long and steep ascents and descents. Trails may be rough and rugged.
FITNESS		Suitable for fit and active people, with some hiking experience	For hikers with good level of fitness (regular exercise) who don’t mind the challenge	Experienced hikers who love a good challenge. Should be ready to walk all day with more elevation gain