How Should I Plan Cycling Route?

Planning cycling routes can be time consuming but can also be fun. An up to date map is great place to start. Preferably a map which has contours on such as an Ordnance Survey Map. This is so that you can plan hills along your route.  You might not want a route which is uphill all the way!  There are some great cycling holidays available now which takes all the effort out planning the route, not to mention the exciting locations on offer.

Many areas now have cycling route maps. Ask at the local tourist office or check the main map producers. Many areas also have special routes with sightseeing tours for cyclists.