Cycle in Jersey – Guided Tours
Enjoy the island experience, explore Jersey by bike. Let Jersey-born, Blue Badge guide Arthur Lamy show you some of the things the motorist misses. Chosen by Jersey Tourism to show five-time Tour de France winner Bernard Hinault around the island, Arthur has an in depth knowledge of the island’s history, culture and environment. If you’d like to see Jersey by bike, guided by a cycling specialist, then log onto the website to see the range of tours currently available.
The Midweek Cyclist – Cycle Ride
The island has miles of quiet roads, wooded valleys and tranquil lanes waiting to be discovered. It is home to a labyrinth of tiny lanes that criss-cross the countryside, making it easy to get around, away from most of the traffic. Why not join a relaxed ride around Jersey? Each tour is tailored to match the ability and size of the group. Along the way there are several stops to enjoy the island’s history and culture, and usually a refreshment stop to recharge the batteries. Chosen by Jersey Tourism to show five-time Tour de France winner Bernard Hinault around the island, Arthur has an in depth knowledge of the island’s history, culture and environment. Author of ‘Jersey Cycles’, he writes and takes photographs, and has contributed to Bicycle Magazine and Cycling Weekly, amongst others. See what the motorist misses, explore Jersey’s unique Cycle Network with a cycling specialist. Don’t forget your helmet and bike lock!
(Price: £25, Group discounts are available. Difficulty: Moderate. Distance: 25 Miles / 40 km. Duration: 6 hours).
Eastern Promise – Cycle Ride
Today’s route takes us east, through the coffin paths of St.Clement to Gorey. On the way we pass dolmens, Millennium Stones, ancient churches and other vestiges of island life. Using Jersey’s unique Cycle Network and speed restricted Green Lanes, we explore at our leisure. An ideal way to see, smell and hear what passes most people by. After your cycle ride, you could visit Mont Orgueil Castle, or eat in one of Gorey’s numerous cafes, bars or restaurants. Don’t forget your helmet and bike lock!
(Price: £10, Difficulty: Moderate. We walk up the hills! Distance: 15 Miles / 25 km. Duration: 3 hours)
The Tour de Bretagne Special
Join cycling specialist Arthur Lamy on a special edition cycle tour of the island. Using Jersey’s unique Cycle Network we’ll ride a lap of Sunday’s road race, ride some of Jersey’s dramatic north coast including a local hill climb and visit the local track which is used for criterium events throughout the summer. Along the way there are also several stops to enjoy the island’s history and culture, and usually a refreshment stop to recharge the batteries. Chosen by Jersey Tourism to show five-time Tour de France winner Bernard Hinault around the island, Arthur has an in depth knowledge of the island’s history, culture and environment. Author of ‘Jersey Cycles’, he writes and takes photographs, and has contributed to Bicycle Magazine and Cycling Weekly, amongst others. See what the motorist misses, explore Jersey’s unique Cycle Network with a cycling specialist. Don’t forget your helmet and bike lock!
Price: £25.00, Group discounts are available. Difficulty: Moderate. Distance: 30 Miles / 50 km. Duration: 6 hours.
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