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Peterborough is unique for cycling, as it has the Green Wheel with several routes joining it with the city centre.

 

The terrain in and around the city is ideal for cycling as the land is very flat. There are over 200km of cycleways, with over half of those being off road, to help you get about the city for business or take a leisurely cycle instead.

 

 

The Green Wheel is National Cycle Network regional route 21 and completely circles the city taking in places of breathtaking beauty and interest.

 

The Green Wheel has an outer route and also some inner sections. The outer route circuit is 45 miles

(72 kilometers) long and will take you through the Fenland droves of the east and close to the ancient woodlands of the west.

 

Whether you are out to take the ultimate challenge of riding the Green Wheel's 45 miles of energy explosion or just peddling through part of it taking in the lovely scenery, you will never be far from a friendly place to stop for refreshments.

 

Get your map of the Green Wheel by clicking here.

 

Alternatively you can buy Your Cycle Map Peterborough from the Tourist Information Centre.

 

 

Peterborough has three National Cycle Network national routes and the National Cycle Network regional route of the Green Wheel. 

 

To find out more about the National Cycle Network visit the Sustrans website.

 

 

If you would like to cycle to work but would prefer to cycle with someone, simply click onto our Share It page to find yourself a cycle buddy.

 

 

 

There is ample cycle parking in the city centre and many places throughout the city have cycle parking too.

If you find a place that would benefit from cycle parking on the highway, please let us know by contacting

travelchoice@peterborough.gov.uk or telephoning 01733 747474. 

 

 

If you would like to hire a bicycle for a few hours or a whole day, drop in to Lakeside Leisure at the Watersports Centre in Ferry Meadows Country Park.  Children and adult cycles are available. 

Tel: 01733 234418.