Cycling in Dubai

Cyclists riding from Dubai can choose from a variety of routes, mostly loops, that cover distances between 19.5 km and 170.2 km. The rides encompass urban and suburban areas in Dubai, including places like Mugatrah, Al Thanyah, Jumeirah, and Umm Suqeim. Many routes feature extensive cycle paths, such as the Al Barari 65 and Al Qudra 82 loops, which have over 60 km of cycle paths. There is a wide range of temperatures recorded on rides, from 14°C in winter months like January to up to 35°C in summer months like June and July. One notable route is the point-to-point ride out to Jebel Hafeet — the mountain itself is in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi — finishing with a steep climb that averages 11% over 6.2 km to 956 m. Most routes start or pass through Mugatrah or other areas within Dubai. The urban city loops offer services and railway stations nearby, while the longer and more remote routes can have stretches of up to 80 km without services.