Bike The Boro

We believe the best way to experience downtown Peterborough is by bike! With personalized service and big city selection, downtown Peterborough offers a unique shopping and entertainment experience for cyclists, with ample bike parking, dozens of diverse cycling trails, world-class culinary experiences, and nearby hotels, all along the picturesque Otonabee River.

Experience Cycling in Peterborough & the Kawarthas, Ontario, Canada video credit Peterborough and the Kawarthas Economic Development

Downtown Peterborough is the urban gateway to cottage country in the Kawarthas and home to eight lovely cycling routes from 15 km to 45 km in length with trail connections to the Trans Canada Trail and many other diverse cycling routes.

Come out and experience the personality and charm of downtown Peterborough’s Bike-Friendly designated Business Area! From fashion boutiques, specialty shops and country markets, to fine dining, trendy cafes, pubs and nightclubs, live music, theatre, and much more. In downtown Peterborough adventure is just a pedal stroke away!

Peterborough’s cycling transportation network maintained its Silver bike-friendly community status since 2015 with over 80 km of bike lanes and trails to discover.

Bike Friendly Businesses

Explore more by bike with stops at certified bicycle friendly businesses enroute.

Food Service

Silver Bean Cafe

Casual waterside stop for hearty cafe fare alongside outdoor seating, coffee, pastries & sandwiches

Publican House Brewery

Located in downtown Peterborough, Ontario, the Publican House Brewery is a craft brewery and restuarnat offering  some of the finest and most interesting brews and bites in Ontario

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront

Ideally situated along the Trent Severn Waterway in the downtown business and shopping district, with 60 restaurants within walking distance. 

Bike Related Businesses

B!KE Community Bike Shop

B!KE runs a supervised workshop space with the tools, parts, and expertise for bike repair. 

Wild Rock Outfitters

Central Ontario’s best source for outdoor fun!

GreenUP Eco Store

A non-profit charitable organization, our mission is to inspire and empower environmentally healthy and sustainable action

Bike Welcome Centre

Peterborough and the Kawarthas Visitors Centre

Providing a wide selection of free travel information including travel guides, brochures, postcards, road maps and trail guides. 

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