It’s difficult to describe cycling in the United Kingdom briefly, because the country is so varied! Whether it’s dramatic coastlines, rolling hills and countryside or bustling cities you’re looking for, you’ll find it in the UK.
The thing to look out for is the National Cycle Network, which consists of more than 14,000 miles of signed cycle routes crossing the length and breadth of the country. About a third of the network is traffic-free, whether it’s on former railway lines, along canals or on new paths through parks and cities. Many routes feature great art trails such as the Water Rail Way from Lincoln to Boston (part of EuroVelo 12). Stunning views can be found all around the network, and no two days of cycling will be the same. The country has a rich culture and history as well as dramatic natural features, so it’s well worth braving the risk of rain!
Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle in the UK. They manage the National Cycle Route Network, a UK-wide network of more than 16,000 miles of signed paths and routes. The National Cycle Network paths have been launched on OS Maps that you can access here. Sustrans is also the National EuroVelo Coordination Centre in the UK.
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A travel book describing the EuroVelo 1 in its entirety, very useful for preparing your trip with maps at a scale of 1:500,000, general information on the quality of the cycle route (facilities, relief, traffic) and on the regions crossed (climate, tourist attractions, customs, towns and villages of interest). The guide is available in English and German.
With maps on a scale of 1:500,000, city maps, background information and touristic information. Language: German. Available at local- and online book stores. At the end of 2021 it will be also available in English.