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Off-the-beaten-track adventures in Northern Armenia
26.11.2024 - 02:01 / euronews.com
Armenia’s diverse landscapes, with their rolling highlands, lush valleys, and fast-flowing rivers, create a vibrant outdoor playground. Northern Armenia, in particular, offers an abundance of adventure, with mountains, rivers and forests providing the perfect setting for mountain biking, cross-country skiing, ziplining and river rafting.
Whether you're an experienced thrill-seeker or simply curious about outdoor activities, discover some of the best off-the-beaten-path adventures in Northern Armenia.
Getting around Northern Armenia
Exploring Northern Armenia is easy with several transportation options. For flexibility, consider renting a car, or, for a local experience, take a marshrutka (minibus) or shared taxi. You can also arrange an adventure tour directly from Yerevan with local operators.
Vanadzor
Just 100 kilometres north of Yerevan lies Vanadzor, the gateway to Lori Province’s adventure trails along the Debed River. Known for its lake views, botanical gardens and mineral springs, Vanadzor also houses the Fine Arts Museum, showcasing a remarkable collection of Armenian art.
Mountain bikers will love Boo Mountain Bike Park, where Armenia’s first pump track awaits, surrounded by majestic mountain scenery.
The Debed River
Travelling along the Debed River leads to Alaverdi, near the Georgian border, a town known for its historic charm and UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Sanahin and Haghpat Monasteries. Monastery tours, following the trails of the Armenian National Trail (ANT) and Transcaucasian Trail (TCT), are popular here.
Thrill-seekers can enjoy whitewater rafting on the Debed, starting from Tumanyan. Alternatively, hike through the serene Dzoraget and Arevatsag Canyons, where you’ll find heritage sites like Hnevank Monastery and Lori Castle. Lori Province also offers skiing, snowshoeing and snow rafting in winter, making it a year-round adventure destination.
Dilijan National Park
Known as Armenia’s “green lungs,” Tavush Province’s Dilijan National Park is perfect for hiking and nature exploration. The town of Dilijan, renowned for its charm, provides easy access to trails leading to monasteries, waterfalls and lakes.
One popular trail, the Hidden Waterfall Trail, passes by attractions such as the Haghartsin Monastery. For more adventurous trekkers, Yeghjervasar Peak offers a rewarding spring and summer ascent. In winter, several trails are accessible for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.
Dilijan is also home to adventure parks with ziplining and treetop activities. Nearby, the Khachakhbyur Gorge features via ferrata routes through Lastiver’s mysterious caves, while quad and motorbike tours bring more adrenaline.
The Ijevan Mountains
The Ijevan Mountains offer numerous peaks, with
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