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Two feet and two wheels… they’re the best way to explore Jersey. We’re an exceedingly walking- and cyclingfriendly island, with a maze of dedicated cycplepaths, waymarked walks and Green Lanes in which to get lost – in the nicest possible way, of course. Our coastal footpaths are world class. Head inland and you’ll discover hidden valleys and woodlands where time seems to stand still.
On the previous pages Rosie Fuller explored our Green Lanes on foot and by bike. She stayed at The Village B&B, where there’s always a big welcome – and lots of local information – for walkers and cyclists. The Village B&B La Grande Route de St Laurent, St Lawrence, Jersey JE3 1NJ T 01534 862262 www.villagejersey.co.uk She was accompanied on her first day by Blue Badge Guide Arthur Lamy. T 01534 853525 www.arthurthebluebadgeguide.com
The wheel thing 96-mile across-island network of routes to follow with clear waymarking, and a good supply of cycle shops and hire facilities. We’ve linked up with other favourite cycling destinations too. The Cycle West scheme shares over 700 miles of joined-up leisure cycling between Jersey, southern England and northern France (www.tourdemanche.com).
Cycling in Jersey isn’t just for MAMILs (Middle-Aged Men In Lycra, if you haven’t guessed). You can bring your latest gofaster carbon fibre road bike if you want (and we’ll point you to some pretty steep hills). But cycling here is largely laid back and very scenic. Our roads are mostly quiet, especially the peaceful Green Lanes and traffic-free cyclepaths. There’s also a
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What’s your walking style? Laid back and relaxed? Enthusiastic and vigorous? Do you like beaches and headlands? Or are you more of a country lover? It might be hard to believe, but Jersey answers all those walking questions. More and more visitors are discovering our
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We go out of our way to make it easy for you: 3 See our website for details of suggested routes: www.jersey.com/walking 3 Get a copy of our handy free walking guide – it’s packed full of ideas. 3 Join one of our many regular guided walks. We’re famous for them – again, see the website. 3 Park the car – or don’t bring one. Walkers find it easy to explore the island with the help of our excellent, go-everywhere bus service.
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