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Cycling in New Zealand

Discover New Zealand by bike with routes created by our community.

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Get to know New Zealand

New Zealand has become a more and more popular destination over the past years, which is not surprising given its stunning scenery and local attractions. Competitive cyclists might want to participate in one of the bike races like the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge with over 7,000 riders participating every year, but also relaxed bikers will find amazing cycle routes with the bike route planner, enjoying scenic routes, unspoilt nature and gaining fresh experiences.

751,675 km

Tracked distance

7,183

Cycle routes

4.3 million

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The best bike routes in New Zealand

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Waiatarua Wetlands, Remuera Golf Club, Mt Wellington, Meadowbank Cycleway

Cycling route in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Wetlands and Mt Wellington
19.3 km
Distance
327 m
Ascent
326 m
Descent
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Orakei Basin, Meadowbank Cycleway, Mt Wellington

Cycling route in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Mt Wellington
17.2 km
Distance
306 m
Ascent
306 m
Descent
1

Tamaki Drive, Westhaven Marina, Harbour Bridge - One way

Cycling route in Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Waterfront to point erin
18.7 km
Distance
234 m
Ascent
235 m
Descent
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Belmont Trig including Cannon

Cycling route in Petone, Wellington, New Zealand

18.7 km
Distance
980 m
Ascent
985 m
Descent

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Highlights

  • The alpine “heli-biking” is an extraordinary experience even for experienced downhill bikers. A helicopter transports sportsmen and their bikes up to a mountain peak, then you spend hours biking down the mountain.
  • Discover New Zealand by bike. There are many fantastic bike routes crossing through the whole country, you can cycle on old railway lines or follow the Waikato River.
  • Admire New Zealand’s breathtaking landscape while visiting Tongariro National Park. The park boasts dramatic scenery with high-rising volcanos, turquoise lakes, dry plateaus, mountain pastures and hot springs.

Tips

  • Sometimes, New Zealand’s inhabitants are called Kiwis, but that's never derogatory.
  • New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere. Hence, the seasons are opposite to the seasons in Germany. New Zealand is thus an ideal winter destination.
  • Look to your left! People drive on the left in New Zealand.  

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