The best routes in the world to do on two wheels

June 3 is World Bicycle Day, proclaimed by the United Nations to promote the use of two wheels as a tool for sustainable development, physical activity and social inclusion. To pay homage to the historical and collective value of bicycles, let's discover with Civitatis, a tour specialized in guided tours, eight of the best and most popular cycling tours in the world, selected by a team of experts and the reviews of thousands of travellers. In New York, Central Park offers one of the most famous and requested cycling routes: you pedal through one of the largest urban parks in the world, located in the heart of the Big Apple, along 75 km of exclusive paths, passing through iconic places such as Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle and Shakespeare's Garden. The bike tour along the Circuito Chico, in Argentine Patagonia, winds for 32 km along the Nahuel Huapi Lake and crossing waterfalls and streams coming from the mountain range. The route passes by the famous Llao-Llao hotel, the base of Cerro López and the town of Colonia Suiza, offering unforgettable landscapes. In Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, the bike tour allows you to discover the charm of this historic city, enjoying its landscapes and unique architecture. It starts from the Town Hall and passes through the Real de San Carlos tourist circuit, the historic Plaza de Toros, the old Hotel Casino, the Usina, the Frontón de Pelota Vasca, the remains of the old pier, the chapel of San Benito and the riverside promenade that runs alongside the Río de la Plata. Cycling along the Appian Way, in Rome, allows you to discover the city in an original and fun way, passing by famous monuments and hidden corners. The route includes visits to iconic places such as the Colosseum, the Circus Maximus, the Roman Forum and the Via Appia Antica, one of the oldest and most evocative Roman roads. It is an experience that combines history, culture and nature. In the Netherlands, cycling is the best way to explore one of the most beautiful areas around Amsterdam: you start by crossing the IJ canal with the free ferries that connect the central station to the Noord district, passing by the famous windmills, pastures and the bohemian district of Nieuwendam. The Senda del Oso is a former mining railway transformed into one of the most fascinating greenways in Asturias, in northern Spain. The recommended cycling route starts from the town of Entrago and extends for almost 20 km through unspoiled nature, lush forests and crystal-clear rivers. On the island of São Miguel, in the Azores, Sete Cidades offers a unique cycling experience: you pedal along the paths that border the spectacular Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde, exploring breathtaking volcanic landscapes. The combined activity of cycling and kayaking allows you to discover the shores and the calm waters of the lagoons, completely immersing yourself in the unspoiled nature of the Portuguese archipelago. The Great Ocean Road is one of the most spectacular cycling routes in the world, along the south-eastern coast of Australia. Pedaling along this scenic road you will pass through lush forests, cliffs overlooking the ocean, golden beaches and iconic rock formations such as the Twelve Apostles. A unique experience that combines wild nature, sea and adventure.