Motorcycling the EP21 Road from Vlachogianni to Evangelismos in Greece

The EP21 road is located in Greece, running through the Thessaly region. It starts near the village of Vlachogianni and passes through Verdikousa before reaching Evangelismos. The road traverses a landscape with elevations ranging from 149 meters (489 feet) to 835 meters (2,740 feet), offering a varied terrain for motorcyclists. The route is approximately 28.7 kilometers (17.8 miles) long. An interactive map showing the road can be found at the end of this article.

The EP21 road features an asphalt surface with an overall quality rating of 3.7 out of 5, indicating a generally good but not perfect riding surface. The road is moderately twisty, with a curviness rating close to 2 on a scale where 3 is extremely curvy. This makes for an engaging ride without excessive technical difficulty. The road width is predominantly wide (about 78%), with middle width sections accounting for 16%, and narrow sections making up only 2%. The road has a mix of lane configurations: nearly half of the route (49%) consists of a single lane, while two-lane sections cover about 22% of the road. The remaining portions likely have variable lane arrangements. Approximately 7.6% of the road passes through inhabited areas, primarily near the villages it connects.

The road connects three main settlements: Vlachogianni, Verdikousa, and Evangelismos. Vlachogianni, a village, marks the starting point of the route. Verdikousa is a key waypoint along the road, and Evangelismos is the endpoint. The route offers a transition from lower elevations near Vlachogianni to higher terrain approaching Evangelismos, providing a diverse riding environment. The surrounding area is rural with limited urban development, which contributes to a quieter riding experience.

The EP21 road does not have any known tolls or entrance fees, but riders should be aware that toll conditions can change. There is no information indicating seasonal closures or restrictions for motorcycles on this route. For more information on road tolls and fees in Greece, riders can consult official Greek transport websites or local authorities. This article focuses on the road section visible on the map below, providing a detailed overview for motorcyclists planning to explore this part of Thessaly.