Ride with DK Eyewitness
Power up mountain passes in Italy’s Dolomites, tackle Bolivia’s infamous Death Road or go island-hopping in Japan: Ride: Cycle the World takes you around the world in search of adventure on two wheels.
Covering 100 incredible cycling routes, this inspirational book will make you reach for your handlebars, whether you’re an experienced, ascent-loving road cyclist or are planning your first bikepacking trip.
Here you’ll find GPX routes for rides featured in the book, as well as articles, extracts and ways to keep up to date with the DK Eyewitness team.
GPX Routes from the book

Travel Articles
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6 European cycle rides to dream about
As the birthplace of the bicycle, Europe is the perfect place for a cycling adventure. With options ranging from straightforward day rides to epic grand tours, there’s a cycle route to suit ...
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The world's best adventure cycling rides
We’ve been dreaming of adventure on two wheels recently, thanks to our brand-new book Ride, a collection of 100 incredible cycling routes around the world...
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10 things you need to know before you cycle Britain End to End / LEJOG
The ultimate British cycle ride, the End to End is a fascinating cross section of the island’s scenery, history and culture...
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Disclaimer: The GPX routes provided on these pages are only guides. It is your responsibility to fully research every route and assess whether a ride is suitable for you; any routes that you choose to undertake are done entirely at your own risk. It is also your responsibility to be well-equipped, ensure that your bike is safe for purpose, be aware of the current conditions and inform the relevant people of the route you intend to take and your estimated return time.