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Cycling Tracks

 
 
 

About Cycling Tracks

The construction of cycling tracks in the Emirate of Dubai is in response to the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai so as to provide suitable and attractive options for residents and tourists of Dubai and encourage them to practice the sport of biking. It is also part of RTA's master plan for the provision of dedicated cycling lanes spanning the entire Emirate. These lanes are intended to be used by an environment-friendly means of mobility or practicing sport; which echoes RTA's vision (The world leader in seamless & sustainable mobility) as well as its strategic goal of making people happier.

Public parks

Cycling tracks extending 18.441 km have been constructed by Dubai Municipality inside ten public parks to serve park-goers. The parks include:

  • Mushrif Park
    Track length: 4,000m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Warqaa Park
    Track length: 3,000m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Nahda Pond Park
    Track length: 345m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Khawaneej Pond Park
    Track length: 2,000m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Quranic Park Al Khawaneej
    Track length: 3,200m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Garden Abuhail
    Track length: 310m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Barsha Pond Park
    Track length: 1,450m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Sufouh Park
    Track length: 230m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Nad Al Sheba Park
    Track length: 906m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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  • Al Barsha South Park
    Track length: 2,000m
    Opening hours: 8:00am - 10:00 pm
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Developer areas

Developers have worked to allocate bike tracks, whether shared with pedestrians or bike-only paths, to encourage exercising and serve visitors and residents of their areas. Developer areas include: Marina Walk, Dubai Internet City, Greens, Barsha Heights, La Mer, in addition to Expo 2020 site.

Future cycling tracks till 2025

DIFC area

From Mohammed Bin Rashed Boulevard to the existing cycling area of Jumeirah street passing through the Dubai financial Center and 2nd December street

  • Length: Approximately 6.8 km

Al Khawaneej - Mushref

A track connecting Al Khawaneej with Al Warqaa via Sheikha Zayed Bin Hamadan street and Tripoli street

  • Length: Approximately 8 km

Safety Rules

  • Wear a protective helmet and a reflective jacket.
  • Comply with the instructions on the information signs installed along the track.
  • Dismount when crossing at the pedestrian crossing.
  • Ride towards traffic, not the other way around and follow the designated cycle path.
  • Do not use dual headsets while riding the bicycle.
  • Do not use intermittent lighting (rash) and use fixed lighting.
  • Comply with the general safety conditions.
  • Please keep the cycling track clean and use the litterbins provided.
  • Do no use the cycling track for purpose other than what it is designated for.
  • The maximum number of allowed individuals per group is 20.
  • Any person under the age of 12 years is not allowed to ride a bicycle on the road or on a bicycle track except when accompanied by a person who is not less than 18 years old.
  • For your safety, please warm up before exercising.
  • Use the lift for the luggage and folded bicycles.
  • Keep the bicycle folded when using Dubai Metro and Tram.
  • Fold and store the bicycle in the designated luggage area on the train or tram.
  • Fold and carry the bicycle the footbridge to avoid inconveniencing other passengers.
  • Fold the bicycle and pass through the wide gate only.
  • Legal action will be taken for not complying with the above instructions.

Regulating the use of cycling tracks and authorized areas

The Executive Council Resolution No. (10) of 2015 Regulating the Use of Pedal Cycles in the Emirate of Dubai has defined the conditions for using bicycles, areas where they are allowed to be used, as following:

  • Bicycles are to be driven in designated tracks if any.
  • Bicycles are not allowed on roads with speed exceeding 60 km/h.
  • Cyclist are not allowed on the jogging track or on designated pedestrian lanes.
  • Bike riders are expected to ride safely while exercising extreme caution and avoiding any actions that may put their safety or others at risks.

Note: Cycling is prohibited in metro stations and pedestrian bridges. However, it is allowed to pull a bike on pedestrian bridges and carry foldable bicycles in metro.

Determining speed limits for bicycles

The Pedestrian and Cyclist Design Manual has set an average cycling speed of 25 km/h as a standard speed. According to the manual, the speed limits may be affected by the following conditions:

  • Riding bicycles in surrounding areas.
  • Riding bicycles close to entrances and exits
  • The nature of the track in terms of width and design.
 

Based on the foregoing criteria, the speed limits have been determined on cycling tracks, as follows:

  • The speed limit on tracks existing in urban areas within the city shall be 20 km/hour, including tracks shared with pedestrians.
  • The speed limit on cycling tracks for amateurs is 30 km/h (Al Warqa Square, Nad Al Sheba).
  • External training tracks remain without speed limit, but cyclists must abide by safety instructions and conditions (Seh Al Salam, Al Qudra).
  • The speed limit in shared areas with vehicles is set at 30 km/h.
 

 

2022 Regulating the Use of Bikes in the Emirate of Dubai 

Uploaded date: 2022 Software: Acrobat Reader File Size: 1.8MB Download

Respect everyone's space

Fold your bicycle or e-scooter in the
station and in the train

Folded bicycle and e-scooter should
be within allowed luggage size

Use the wide AFC gate

Use the lift and avoid the escalator

Folded bicycle or e-scooter should be
stored in the assigned luggage area


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