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 Ride by the seaside |
Port Phillip Bay Port Melbourne Melbourne, VIC 3016 Australia +61 3 8636 8888 (Bicycle Victoria Office) http://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/... |
Linking Williamstown with the south-eastern bayside suburbs, this 69 kilometre path offers a rewarding challenge to both the serious cyclist and the weekend pedaller. From historic Williamstown take the punt across the Yarra River beneath the Westgate Bridge and then follow the path which runs along the beach right around to Mordialloc. Here it goes inland through parkland and the canals of Patterson Lakes to finish at Kananook train station. Highlights along the way include Westgate Park, Station Pier and St Kilda. The surface is mainly asphalt. The main hazards are dogs, roller-bladers and walkers especially in the popular section around St Kilda and Elwood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bird watching, bike paths and barbecues |
Templestowe Road Templestowe Lower Melbourne, VIC 3107 Australia +61 3 9846 1338 http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au |
Along the banks of the Yarra River in the north-eastern suburbs are many great parks with bike tracks, barbecues and picnic areas. If you are looking for a healthy day out in the wide open spaces without going too far from Melbourne, this is the place to head for. Birrarung Park also boasts a small lake which is a magnet for local bird life. A leisurely walk or bike ride from the car park will take you around the lake and you can stop on the observation deck to see how many different species you can spot. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wide open spaces |
Jells Road Wheelers Hill Melbourne, VIC 3150 Australia http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au |
Bring the bikes, roller blades, bats, balls, kites, barbecue lunch, something to feed the ducks, oh and do not forget the kids! If you are in need of fresh air and free, healthy family fun, this huge park in Melbourne's outer east will keep the whole clan occupied for hours. Fitness fanatics can follow the exercise circuit but parents with prams can take their time on the many meandering walking tracks. Just keep an eye out for the speeding cyclists and rollerbladers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: © Janine Fabre |
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 See Melbourne by bike |
Southbank Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia +61 3 9533 8030 http://www.bikepaths.com.au |
Starting at Southbank, this 38 kilometre path shows you the best of Melbourne as it winds its way to the north-eastern suburb of Eltham. Following the meandering Yarra River through inner urban areas and parkland, you will see gardens, historic homes and schools, bushland and impressive city views. The surface is mainly asphalt, concrete or gravel, suitable for beginners to intermediate level cyclists. Of course you do not have to go the whole 38 kilometres. Every section of the path offers something to see and there are plenty of cafés and refreshment stops along the way. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Damien Dempsey |
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Bushland a stone's throw from the city |
Brimbank Park Keilor Melbourne, VIC 3033 Australia +61 3 9688 0348 http://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov... |
Starting at the beautiful Brimbank Park bushland reserve, this bike path follows Melbourne's lesser known river, the Maribyrnong, 22 kilometres from the outer north-western suburbs into the city. Rated as suitable for beginners to intermediate level, the surface is mainly quartz, gravel and asphalt, with some unsurfaced spots. There are also a couple of fences, stairs and sand patches to negotiate. Watch out for snakes during summer. Highlights on the way include Flemington Racecourse and great city views. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Janet Skipper |
 Photo: Myles Tooher |