The Most Romantic Bike Trips From Around the World: Roads That Can’t Be Forgotten
Road trips can be a great way to strengthen your relationship, but why not take a more personal approach? Taking a bicycle ride with your partner gives you more time to enjoy the views, exercise together, and open a new world of traveling possibilities!
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, United States - The Ultimate U.S. Cycling Experience
This 2,700-mile trek takes you across the West: through valleys, across grasslands, and over 11,000-feet above sea level! Following the Continental Divide, this route is definitely not a one-day trip—most riders take around 37 days to complete the entire trip. Still, this ride is the perfect alternative to your typical honeymoon, so if your partner loves to bike for days, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Shimanami Kaido, Japan - No, You Won’t Get Hit by a Car!
Although at first glance this simply looks like an easy way to get creamed by a car, the Shimanami Kaido is actually separate from the main toll road. This 60-kilometer bike & pedestrian path offers couples a beautiful, scenic route from Onomichi City to Imabari City (eight islands in total! If you didn’t bring your bicycle along, you could easily rent one from the on-path rental terminals!
Freedom Trail, South Africa - Navigation Skills & Persistence Are Key!
This unmarked cycling trail is 2,200 km long and primarily consists of dirt paths. If you and your partner love mountain biking and camping, then this is the trail for you. Make sure to make arrangements in advance; parts of the trail go through private property, and stops are usually spaced at least six hours apart. The perfect outdoor adventure, this trail is a great way to see the various terrains of South Africa while spending some time together!
Main River Bike Path, Germany - Cycle Through History!
If you and your partner both love seeing historical sites, then the Main River Bike Path in Germany is a must-see! Experience everything from churches to castles on this romantic 600 km bike path while enjoying a variety of local hotspots along the way. The majority of this path is paved, so you won’t need a heavy-duty bike to go sight-seeing!
Death Road, Bolivia - Not for the Faint of Heart!
It’s not hard to flirt with death and your partner at the same time—simply take them for a ride on Death Road in Bolivia! While undeniably beautiful, this road is also indisputably dangerous. If your partner’s willing to ride on the most dangerous road in the world, then prepare for a stressful (but scenic) trek along an 11-foot wide gravel road with a 2,000-foot drop on your side. Fortunately, you don’t have to do this alone—you and your partner can sign up for one of the bike tours together!
The South Downs Way, England - Skip the City; Take to the Countryside!
Is your life lacking in romance? Consider taking your lover along this quaint and charming two-day trek across South East England! Since you’ll be traveling across a variety of terrains, we recommend a light mountain bike capable of both casual coastal rides and steep hills.
Van Gogh-roosegaarde Bicycle Path, the Netherlands - Even the Sunset Can’t Compare!
This path is only 600 meters long, but that shouldn’t discourage you from bothering to visit. Perfect for nighttime romance, this path is made of special stones that charge from the sunlight and shine bright at nighttime! A tribute to the Starry Night painting by Van Gogh, the feelings will definitely be flying if you take your partner to this one-of-a-kind location in The Netherlands.
La Farola, Cuba - Natural Unpaved Beauty
Often referred to as the most scenic road in Cuba, this 120 km stretch of road begins in Baracoa and ends in Guantanamo. If beautiful vegetation, over eleven bridges, and occasional fruit sellers sound like the perfect setup for the ideal date, you definitely won’t want to miss out on this road.
While you may not be currently able to travel, hopefully, this list gave you some great ideas for plans to make in the future! In the meantime, check out all of your local trails to enjoy some cycling time with your sweetheart.