Can I ride my bicycle on the pavement?
Is there legislation for pavement cycling? The simple answer to this is yes. However, the interpretation is clear – it’s not legal for a cyclist to ride their bike on the pavement. The Highway Code also states: “You must not cycle on a pavement.”
Do cyclists have to use cycle paths?
Although not compulsory, you should use the lanes whenever practical as they can make your journey safer. If you need to leave the cycle lane, always check that it is safe to do so and signal to other road users. Something that confuses many cyclists is whether or not they are allowed to cycle on the pavement.
Where does Moonee Ponds Creek end?
Moonee Ponds Creek runs for 25 kilometres – starting close to Melbourne Airport and winding through the north west of the city before merging with the Yarra at Docklands. Within the City of Melbourne, the creek starts in the north at Brunswick Road – beside CityLink – and ends in the south at Docklands.
How many bike paths are there in Melbourne?
The City of Melbourne’s cycling network has over 135 km of on- and off-road routes. We are investing in new and upgraded bike paths, lanes and routes to improve connections and safety for all cyclists. Skip to main content Level 1:Home
Where are the walking tracks in Melbourne Australia?
This 49-kilometre trail follows Dandenong Creek, through the outer eastern and south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, to Port Phillip Bay at Carrum/Bonbeach. Gardiners Creek Trail is a popular commuter path between Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs and the city.
Where is the capital city trail in Melbourne?
A popular starting point for the Capital City Trail is at Princes Bridge, near Flinders Street Station. From here it follows the Yarra River east towards Docklands or west along the Main Yarra Trail through urban bushland to Dights Falls.
Where does the Merri Creek Trail start in Melbourne?
The Merri Creek Trail starts at Dights Falls in Yarra Bend Park. The trail winds along Merri Creek for approximately 21 kilometres through Melbourne’s northern suburbs to the Western Ring Road Trail.