From Tsav village up to Mount Khustup (3201 m altitude from the sea level)
near Tsav, Syunikʼ (አርሜኒያ)
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Itinerary description
Biking trail description
This trail is located in the southern part of Armenia, exactly in Syunik province. It starts from Tsav village and ends on the peak of Khustup. Mount Khustup is a sacral place for all Armenians as on the slopes of the mount is buried the national hero Garegin Nzhdeh.
Monuments description
The mount is considered as a natural monument of the province. It is rich with caves, forests, cliffs and many little rivers. Also, it is recommended to visit other interesting destinations of Syunik: Zorats Karer (Stone Henge), Vorotnavank monastery, Hot waters of Vorotan, Shake Waterfall, Wings of Tatev ropeway, Devil Bridge, Monastery of Tatev.
Flora
The most mountainous province of Armenia is Syunik. The most well-known sanctuary of the region - Shikahogh is also situated in this province. The former is rich with unique endemic species and animals.
Fauna
The habitats in Syunik meet in the forests bears, rabbits, wild boars, panthers very often. In the mountainous parts are flying white eagles (included in the Red Book of Armenia) and griffons.
Safety and security
All mobile connections functions with some interruptions. In case of emergency, call 911 or 112. Be aware of leashed-off dogs in the villages.
Trail technical parameters
Best period: April-November
Distance: 423 km from Yerevan
Duration: 8 hours 26 min
Biking trail length: 45.2 km
Ride duration: 8 hours
Altitude from the see level: 1091-3201 m
Take bottled water with you
How to reach to the trail
First of all, the bikers must reach to Kapan city, then start riding. Please, use taxi service with taximeters.
This trail is located in the southern part of Armenia, exactly in Syunik province. It starts from Tsav village and ends on the peak of Khustup. Mount Khustup is a sacral place for all Armenians as on the slopes of the mount is buried the national hero Garegin Nzhdeh.
Monuments description
The mount is considered as a natural monument of the province. It is rich with caves, forests, cliffs and many little rivers. Also, it is recommended to visit other interesting destinations of Syunik: Zorats Karer (Stone Henge), Vorotnavank monastery, Hot waters of Vorotan, Shake Waterfall, Wings of Tatev ropeway, Devil Bridge, Monastery of Tatev.
Flora
The most mountainous province of Armenia is Syunik. The most well-known sanctuary of the region - Shikahogh is also situated in this province. The former is rich with unique endemic species and animals.
Fauna
The habitats in Syunik meet in the forests bears, rabbits, wild boars, panthers very often. In the mountainous parts are flying white eagles (included in the Red Book of Armenia) and griffons.
Safety and security
All mobile connections functions with some interruptions. In case of emergency, call 911 or 112. Be aware of leashed-off dogs in the villages.
Trail technical parameters
Best period: April-November
Distance: 423 km from Yerevan
Duration: 8 hours 26 min
Biking trail length: 45.2 km
Ride duration: 8 hours
Altitude from the see level: 1091-3201 m
Take bottled water with you
How to reach to the trail
First of all, the bikers must reach to Kapan city, then start riding. Please, use taxi service with taximeters.
Waypoints
Waypoint
3,567 ft
Finish MTB
Waypoint
10,385 ft
Mount Khustup
Waypoint
9,025 ft
Mountain Pass
Waypoint
3,581 ft
Starting MTB Tsav village
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