Bike routes and maps
Bicycles are a great way to get around and Yarra has some great options for riders ranging from picturesque bike paths to smart travel routes.
Bike paths
The City of Yarra enjoys some of the most striking scenery in Melbourne. Bike paths are well established and are suited to riders of all abilities.
Capital City Trail
Spanning 27km, the Capital City Trails follows the Yarra River from the Charles Grimes Bridge to the Eastern Freeway. From here it follows Merri Creek to the edge of Yarra's boundary. Attractions include the Collingwood Children's Farm, Dights Falls and Yarra Bend Park.
Main Yarra Trail
Follow the Yarra River from Southbank to Westerfolds Park. The Main Yarra Trail offers bicycle paths and scenic bushland for a relaxing ride only minutes from the Central Business District.
Clifton Hill to Abbotsford route
Yarra Council is constructing a new bicycle route that will connect Heidelberg Road in Clifton Hill with Gipps Street in Abbotsford.
The route will create a separated road space for cyclists that will connect cyclists to other key bicycle routes and provide better access to other parts of Yarra and the CBD.
Other bike trails
There are hundreds of bike paths throughout Victoria. More information on bike paths and rail trails can be found at:
Also visit the Bicycle Victoria website for further information on great bike rides.
Getting around Yarra by bike
To check out your cycling options why not have a look at the City of Yarra TravelSmart Map to work out the best way to get around on your bike. The City of Yarra TravelSmart map was developed by the Department of Transport and the City of Yarra to provide sustainable transport information on a pocket-sized street map. © State of Victoria 2009.
TravelSmart Map (5.77MB)
TravelSmart Map Information (2.35MB)
Getting around Melbourne by bike
VicRoads has cycling information for Melbourne. The network of off-road bicycle paths and on-road bicycle lanes in Melbourne is continuing to be expanded to include more and more areas.
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VicRoads website for bicycle facilities, maps and other information to assist you with cycling around Melbourne.
Further information
Heidi Marfurt
Sustainable Transport Officer
9205 5734
Heidi.Marfurt@yarracity.vic.gov.au
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