Cycling in Munay

Cycling from Munay covers 88 km loops with nearly 920 m climbing through the Hajar Mountains, passing several villages including Hatta, with a top elevation of 484 m.

88 km
Distance: 919 m
Climbing: 484 m
High point

The ride from Munay

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Road · United Arab Emirates
Al Fujayrah – Shinas via Um al Ghaf
Munay, United Arab Emirates
88 km919 m ↑HardGPX
Ridden Apr 2021 · Added Aug 2026

Riding in Munay in numbers

Added up from the recorded routes and OpenStreetMap; nothing estimated.

Surface: Paved almost throughout
Roads: 72% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
High point: 484 m on Al Fujayrah – Shinas via Um al Ghaf
Climbs: 1 named climb
Longest stretch without services: 46 km on Al Fujayrah – Shinas via Um al Ghaf

Cycling guide to Munay

Munay in the United Arab Emirates offers cycling routes mainly within the Hajar Mountains, including an 88 km loop through villages such as Al Wa'ab, Al Qor, and Hatta. The route climbs 919 m and reaches a high point of 484 m, showcasing a blend of paved and minimal gravel surfaces. Among places passed are Sha'biyyat Milāḩ, Sufayri, and Um al Ghaf, providing varied points along the way. The biggest climb features a 3.6 km ascent starting from 66.6 km, gaining 277 m at an average gradient of 7.7%, peaking at 458 m elevation. The route is predominantly on main roads without cycle lanes for over 63 km, and there is no cycle path on the route. Services can be sparse for almost 46 km, underscoring the need to plan provisions carefully. With no railway stations near the route and mainly paved surfaces, the ride is suited for riders prepared for the terrain and conditions found in this mountainous area.

Best time to ride

April is recorded with temperatures of 30°C, suggesting suitable conditions for cycling during this month.

Terrain

The terrain is mostly mountainous with a total climb of 919 m over the 88 km loop. The biggest climb is 3.6 km long with an average gradient of 7.7% and a maximum of 11.8%, rising from 66.6 km to 458 m high. The highest point on the route is 484 m.

Cycling in Munay

The ride from Munay

Al Fujayrah – Shinas via Um al Ghaf

Riding in Munay in numbers

Nearby destinations

Sha'biyyat Milāḩ

Al Manzafah

Shawka

Al Ghamarah

Khawr Fakkan

Adh Dhayd

Dadna

Kalba

Showka

Al Fujayrah

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