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Cycling & Mountain Biking on the Isle of Wight
Previously overlooked as a cycling and mountain biking destination, the Lonely Planet has recently named the Isle of Wight as one of the ten best cycling destinations in the world. The diverse terrain offers exceptional off-road cycling, from single track paths to downhill trails.
The West of the Island is particularly good for mountain biking, with its undulating countryside and steep downhill sections which will keep even the most hardened bikers entertained. In May the Island plays host to the Isle of Wight Randonnee, and in September you can participate in the Isle of Wight Cycling Festival which attracts fans from all over the country. See our events section to find out more.
Road cycling and touring is excellent on the Island with over 200 miles of routes to suit everyone. There are quiet country lanes that meander through areas of outstanding natural beauty, and some excellent coastal paths. One of the newest purpose built paths is Route 23, part of the Sustrans National Cycle Network, which runs from West Cowes through to Sandown on the South-Easterley edge of the Island. September sees the Isle of Wight Cycling festival take over the Island with events to suit cyclists of all abilities. To find out more visit our events section.
Travel with your bike is simple. Red Funnel offer a frequent ferry service to East Cowes, bicycles travel FREE.
Isle of Wight Cycling Events
- Isle of Wight Randonnee (3 May 09)
- Isle of Wight Cycling Festival (19-27 Sept 09)
Isle of Wight Cycling Clubs
Download Cycle Maps
- Map Ref 1. East Cowes 15km/9miles
- Map Ref 2. Cowes 28km/16 miles
- Map Ref 3. Newport 16km/10 miles
- Map Ref 4. Yarmouth 15km/9 miles
- Map Ref 5. Brighstone 16km/10 miles
- Map Ref 6. Brighstone 20km/12 miles
- Ryde 25km/15m
- Ryde 25km/15m
- Newport 16km/10m
- Carisbrooke 19km/12m
- Sandown 8km/5m
- Shanklin 19km/12m
- Round the Island Cycle Route (National Route 67)
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© Red Funnel (1,2,4)
