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Information and public services for the Island of Jersey

L'înformâtion et les sèrvices publyis pouor I'Île dé Jèrri

Cycling routes and journey planning

​Cycling routes around Jersey

Jersey has a signposted cycle network which includes Green Lanes and coastal cycle tracks.

Cycle routes map

​Find different cycling journeys on the Visit Jersey website: 

Find more information on cycle paths and different cycling provisions in the countryside access map. The map shows you routes accessible to cyclists and includes the level of difficulty.

Countryside access map

You can plan your journey on CycleStreets.

Types of cycle routes

There are different roads, paths and cycle lanes cyclists can use.

Understanding these means you can plan your journey and know what to expect.

Mandatory cycle lane

A cycle lane on the carriageway that gives cyclists space to travel. These are not physically separated from traffic but are marked by a white line and cycle symbol.

These are mandatory and motorists should not intersect the lane.

Advisory cycle lane

A cycle lane on the carriageway that gives cyclists space to travel. These are not physically separated from traffic and are marked by a dashed white line and cycle symbol.

These are advisory and motorists can intersect the lane where appropriate.

Green Lanes

These lanes have a 15mph (miles per hour) speed limit and motorised vehicles should give priority to pedestrians, cyclists, and horses at all times.

Shared use path

A path that separates motorists from cyclists and pedestrians. Cyclists and pedestrians may or may not be separated, either with a white line or other feature.

Segregated use

A dedicated cycle track separated from general traffic by a physical barrier.

Multi use

A route for all non-motorised users.

Cycle racks

There are 3 types of cycle racks you can use free of charge across the Island. Find more information in the cycle rack locations map.

Cycle rack locations

Check the weather before you cycle

Think about the weather before you start your journey and adapt your clothing. Also make sure you consider roads conditions.

Check the forecast before you set off on Jersey weather.

Jersey Countryside codes

Jersey has a network of paths across public and private land in some of the Island’s most beautiful landscapes. Find out where they are and who can use them by visiting access to the countryside.

When you cycle in these areas, take extra care and precaution to protect wildlife, and other users.

When cycling you should:

  • respect
  • protect 
  • enjoy​
Find more information on Jersey Countryside code.
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