Welcome to the City of London's Bike & Walk Map

The City of London supports walking and cycling as active ways to enjoy the many special features London has to offer either as a recreational pastime or as a means of transportation. Routes within the city consist of on-street routes, off-street routes and multi-use pathways. You can see these routes using London's interactive CityMap.

You can also access the pdf version here.

Below you'll find an overview of the rules for safe enjoyment of multi-use pathways and on-street routes.

Interested in exploring London's Environmentally Significant Areas? Click here for the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority's website.

Visit Cycling in London for more information on bicycle safety and benefits.

Click on the wheel to view the City of London Bike & Walk Map

Thames Valley Parkway and other Multi-Use Pathways

Along the Thames River, the City has developed a multi-use pathway system that stretches over 30 kilometres and extends into neighbourhoods. Pathways are surfaced with asphalt and between 2.4 and 4 metres wide for two-way use. Users of the path system are to keep to the right to ensure the safety of all the users. Future projects and upgrades are expected for the pathway system which will eliminate road crossings and improve neighbourhood connections.

Share the Pathway Users should allow room for others to pass. Joggers, in-line skaters and bicyclists should avoid running in packs. Bicycling is not permitted on dirt hiking trails in Environmentally Significant Areas.	Use Appropriate Path Where twinned sections of pathway exist, use the appropriate path as posted. Cyclists and skaters on asphalt paths and walkers and joggers on gravel paths.
Keep to the Right All pathway users must keep to the right except when passing. Yield to pedestrians; they have the right-of-way on multi-use pathways.	Control Your Pet London's Dog By-law requires pets to be leashed while in the park and on the pathway. Owners are reminded to clean up after their pets and keep leashes short and to the right.
Right-of-way Cyclists yield to in-line skaters. Cyclists and in-line skaters must yield to pedestrians. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way.	Respect Nature Do not disturb or feed wildlife. Keep to pathways to protect habitat. Do not collect plant or animal material. Bicycling is not permitted on dirt hiking trails in Environmentally Significant Areas.
Ride Slowly Ride slowly down hills, under and across bridges, where pathways curve sharply, and where pedestrian traffic is heavy. Reduce your speed when pathway is busy.	Warn Others When Passing When approaching slower path users, sound your bell, yell, or call out, then pass safely on the left, when opposite lane is clear.
Be Alert Watch for surface hazards like broken glass, gravel and potholes. Be sure that the pathway is clear of obstructions ahead. Contact the City at 519 661-4570 to report hazards on the path.	Dismount Stop, dismount and walk across roadways or other posted locations. When crossing across the flow of traffic, cross only when it is safe to do so.

On Street Bike Routes - Share the Road

The City of London has designated a number of on-street routes and off-street bike paths. Please use caution and follow safe bicycling rules, some of which are listed below.

Click on the link for information on bike lanes.

Use Hand Signals Signal all turns and stops ahead of time, then make	Use Appropriate Lane Avoid being in a right turn only lane if you plan to proceed straight through. Move into the straight through lane early.
Ride in a Straight Line Avoid dodging between parked cars. Ride in a straight line at least one metre away from the curb to allow room for moving around road hazards.	Be careful at Intersections The majority of accidents occur at intersections. Proceed with care.
Scan the Road Behind Shoulder check regularly and use a mirror to monitor traffic. Although bicycles have equal rights to the road be prepared to manoeuvre.	Turning Left Signal your intentions in advance. Move to the left turning lane, and complete the turn when it is safe.
Make Eye Contact Confirm that you are seen. Establish eye contact with motorists to confirm your presence on the roadway.	Use Lights at Night Always use a strong white headlight and a red taillight at night or when visibility is poor. Use Bike reflectors and reflective clothing.
Be Courteous Share the road. Motorists and cyclist get along much better when showing courtesy and consideration towards each other.	Beware of Car Doors Be wary of parked cars. Motorists can unexpectedly open doors. Be particularly careful if you see a motorists in the car.