Besparmak Trail
Cyprus · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 50/100
Security flag. located in Northern Cyprus (disputed territory; entry rules and consular support differ)
Check your own government's travel advice before planning.
Check your own government's travel advice before planning.
At a glance
| Countries | Cyprus (Northern Cyprus) |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Kyrenia (Girne) Range |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 255 km |
| Typical duration | 14-21 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1024 m |
| Best season | Oct-Apr |
| Start | Kayalar/Kormakitis (west) |
| End | Karpaz Peninsula (east) |
| Permit / guide | no |
| Special gear | none |
Score
50/100
255 km ridge-and-coast traverse of the Kyrenia mountains to the Karpaz tip; atmospheric crusader castles, but informal waymarking and politically sensitive location
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
Typical duration uncertain (14-21 days); no comparable 3+ day trail exists in the Republic of Cyprus
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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