Samarina Pass via Agia Paraskevi

Samarina Pass via Agia Paraskevi covers 24.1km and 1,199m of climbing, reaching 1,744m at the summit. The average gradient of 5% disguises ramps of 10.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 15 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,744m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Epirus, Greece.