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E-bike the Balkans' ancient High Scardus paths, winding through deep forests and colorful rock formations. Epic rides that connect picturesque villages across untouched landscapes.
Discover our Balkan e-bike adventures, combining expert local knowledge with carefully curated experiences along the ancient High Scardus trails.
North Macedonia and Albania sit at the crossroads of European mountain biking's next frontier. While the rest of the continent has established trail networks, the Balkans offer something increasingly rare: genuine discovery.
The High Scardus trail system threads through both countries, a web of ancient paths once used by farmers and traders now maintained by a growing community of local riders and trail builders. The riding shifts between Macedonia's dense forest single track and Albania's exposed rock gardens, white slabs giving way to red-sand chutes. E-bikes let you string together more of this network, linking villages and valley systems that reward those willing to venture deeper.
Expect contrasts. You'll load bikes in a quiet village square, climb through terrain that feels prehistoric, then descend varied single track back to another village where someone's grandmother is making burek. The landscape swings from lush to lunar, technical to flowing, all within a single day.
The Balkans carry a complicated history - Byzantine, Ottoman, the wars of the 1990s still within living memory. But what you'll encounter is a culture defined by resilience and warmth. Hospitality here isn't a tourism strategy; it's how people live. That spirit has fueled the region's growing adventure sports scene, with e-biking now joining ski touring and hiking as reasons to visit.
We didn't discover these trails on a scouting trip. Our guides have been riding and building here for years, part of the small community pushing Balkan mountain biking forward. They know the terrain because they've shaped it.
When you ride with LeRipp in North Macedonia and Albania, you're tapping into that local network. The trails that aren't on apps. The villages that don't see many visitors. The riding that feels genuinely unexplored.
From route selection to accommodation to making sure you try the right rakija, we handle the details. You focus on the riding and the discoveries that come with it.
Some of our favorite moments from our e-bike tours in Albania and North Macedonia.
Curious about our e-bike tours in North Macedonia & Albania? Here are the common questions.
Tours include expert local guides, comfortable accommodation, trail snacks, lunches during rides, dinners in the evenings and shuttle transportation to trailheads. All logistics are handled so you can focus on the riding.
Bring your own or let us take care of it. We can offer e-mountain bike rentals through trusted local partners who understand Balkan terrain. We have access to a limited amount of e-bikes so remember to let us know as soon as you book your trip.
The High Scardus trails offer variety - flowy sections, rugged terrain, and technical descents. We tailor routes to your group's comfort level, but we recommend at least intermediate riding experience. Check out our Skills & Fitness page for detailed guidance.
Helmet, gloves, layered clothing for variable mountain conditions, and gear appropriate for the terrain. We'll provide a comprehensive checklist and help with local equipment rental for anything you may be missing.
Late spring through early autumn offers the best conditions. Our guides know the seasonal patterns and plan accordingly.
It's central to every tour. Village bakeries, local families, multi-course meals with ingredients sourced that morning. The cultural immersion happens naturally when you're riding through places most visitors never reach.
Yes. If you prefer traditional mountain biking, check out our MTB tours in North Macedonia & Albania for the same terrain and cultural experience.
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