Cycling

The Tasman District is a purpose built cycling region. The climate is mild with a large amount of sunshine hours, the physical environment is attractive and diverse.

The Top of the South Maps website shows cycling trails in the Tasman/Nelson region. Cycling trails and suggested cycle routes are shown in orange; mountain biking trails are shown in red.

Launch Top of the South Maps website

Transport Cycling

Transport cycling is mostly a matter of getting from A to B with minimum fuss. Generally these are shorter distances to work, school or shopping.

Lanes and Linkages Walking and Cycling maps are produced for Richmond and Motueka to encourage the community to walk or cycle rather than take the car. Maps are available from Tasman District Council offices and libraries.

Recreation

Cycling is a great way to explore: fast enough to cover the ground and provide a continual change of scene, but slow enough to take it all in. It can be very positive for community and economic development e.g. Otago Rail Trail. Tasman District Council has developed the Tasman Loop proposal to be part of the National Cycleway project.

Bike Tasman

The Bike Tasman publications gives descriptions and maps for rides aimed at beginner to intermediate riders. They range from easy to intermediate and most are suitable for families. There are both on and off road routes.

The Bike Tasman booklet is available for $5.00 from the Tasman District Council reception, Tasman District Public Libraries and bookshops. The booklet has information and maps for 30 suggested biking tracks across the district.

Mountain Biking Trails

Road Cycling

The Bike Tasman includes a sample of road rides aimed towards beginners and intermediates. With over 800 kilometres of sealed roads, there are a number of cycling routes and events for both competitive and social cyclists - see the links below. Local bike shops have further information for rides.

Cycling Events and Programmes

Bike Wise Month February

February is the annual Bike Wise Month with several events to encourage people onto their bikes. These include Go by Bike Day, the Bike Wise Challenge and Community Family Fun Rides. General information on Bike Wise can be found on the Bike Wise website.

Bike Wise Website