Top circuits of streets with bikeways in Buenos Aires

It is the most elegant neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Among its attractions are the Carlos Thays Park, a green space where you can see works by different plastic artists such as Marta Minujín and Fernando Botero. Another point where it is worth stopping is at the Faculty of Law, founded in 1821 and occupying an area of 40 thousand square meters. 

Continuing along the bike path that runs along Figueroa Alcorta Avenue, you will see Floralis Generica, an imposing sculpture of stainless steel and aluminum 20 meters high, located in the center of the United Nations square, and which was donated to the City of Buenos Aires by its author, the Argentine architect Eduardo Catalano. Its name is in homage to all the flowers and tries to reflect the dynamism of our time.

It is worth entering the Recoleta Cemetery, the most visited in the city for its numerous and imposing mausoleums and vaults of political leaders, presidents of the Nation, writers, Nobel Laureates and athletes.

Another of the famous streets in the neighborhood is Montevideo. It has a bike path that runs from Avenida Libertador to Santa Fe. It is the most sophisticated of all, almost like pedaling in Paris. The bike path passes half a block from the Patio Bullrich and passes through petit hotels, palaces, embassies and very elegant shops. The only downside to this ride is that it is a sloping street which requires skill in handling, but it is very fun do not stop doing it. If the route seems short, you can also take the Arenales bike path, longer and just as glamorous. The streets of Recoleta are ideal for pedaling at any time of the day. It also has typical cafes and restaurants with bicycle racks, to leave it locked and enjoy a delicious meal. 

It is the coolest neighborhood in the city and the preferred ride area for cyclists because there are bike paths throughout the route. If you move through Gorriti, Serrano, Julián Alvarez streets and the surroundings of Palermo Soho and Hollywood, you will find design shops, fashion stores, antique houses, art galleries and hundreds of Modern, charming little bars that are bicifriendly, offer discounts and free parking for those arriving on two wheels. 

Surely you share the ride with cyclists on modern and neat bikes , some with a lot of vibes. Those who travel this route are usually designers, producers, journalists and photographers. This route gets good at sunset, even if it is the busiest time. If you prefer to bike in peace and not do social, then, better in the morning. 

Another option in Palermo is to visit Figueroa Alcorta Avenue and Libertador Avenue, where you will find the longest bike path. They are more than 12 kilometers and reaches the north of Buenos Aires. Go through the most beautiful and green part of the city, where you will find the Bosques de Palermo. There are four circuits from 2 to 8 kilometers to do on bike paths and you will be able to see the Japanese Garden, the Palermo Hippodrome, the lakes, the Rosedal, the Planetarium, the Monument to the Spanish at the junction with Sarmiento and the Monumental stadium of River Plate. 

A different way of knowing in a sustainable way the history, parks and large French-style palaces in Buenos Aires is by doing the Bike Tour, is a group excursion and with guides, you will be able to tour in a different and fun way, the most important neighborhoods in the north of the city.

There are several routes to do and in most of them are on quiet streets and bike paths and nearby sa the coast of the Río de La Plata. You can start at the Paseo de la Costa in Vicente López, along the Raúl Alfonsín boulevard it is approximately three kilometers until It ends and you are going to go to Avenida del Libertador, where there are several food, clothing and bars. On weekends there are quite a few people who take advantage of shopping and eating something delicious. 

If you continue straight on this avenue you will to be able to take any of the streets and pedal along the river walk to the Tren de la Costa station where the bike that goes alongside is an excellent ride that can take you about 30 minutes. If you want to do a longer circuit you can use this same path of the river walk that goes from La Lucila to Tigre and is 19 kilometers. At a calm pace it is easy, it is all along bike lanes and also, you have some landscapes to take the best photos.

There is a bicycle tour that I recommend adding it to your bicycle tour itinerary because you will be able to discover several places in this region that if you do not know very well, it may be more difficult to find them. The Bicycle Tour to Tigre and San Isidro takes you north along the shady roads, visiting some museums, ports, monuments and markets. Always accompanied by bilingual guides who throughout the day will tell you the history and culture of these places.

There are places in the city where you can go pedaling at strong rhythms without the interruption of traffic lights and people that can get in the way. They are ideal if you are looking to train on road bikes or mountain bikes.  

It is the favorite circuit for all amateur and professional cyclists on the road and in the mountains who live in the city. It has a 1200 meter track, there are also up and down sectors. The entrance to the park has a value of $ 40. There are bicycle rentals, parking, games for children and swimming pools. It is around the corner from Shopping Paseo Alcorta at Salguero 3450, Palermo.

A path of more than 1000 meters It surrounds the entire park and gives you the possibility to go at the speed you want without anything or anyone interrupting you. Training squads are usually set up from Monday to Friday starting at 5 pm and on weekends in the morning. In addition, they let you join the groups to add more demand to your trainning. It is located in the street Ricardo Balbín 4750, in Saavedra. The entrance has a value of $ 30 and there are several sports facilities, bathrooms and parking.

If you are interested in pedaling with other cyclists, there are several groups that may interest you in the city and in the north of the province of Buenos Aires:

Bicicletas improvisadas. Urban and cycling tours in the Federal Capital and surroundings of Buenos Aires. 

Critical Mass in Buenos Aires. The first Sunday of each month at 4 pm from the Obelisk group departure through the main areas of the city.   

Bike Up. Free departures around the city from Palermo. Wednesdays at 7:50 pm from Gurruchaga 1519. And at 8:20 pm from Avenida del Libertador and Salguero. Three groups are assembled according to the pedaling speed. 

Open Institute for the Development and Study of Public Policies. Pedaled by San Isidro. The meetings are the first Saturdays of each month at 4 pm from the Ciudad Activa Cultural Center, Edison 1024.

Amigos del Pedal. Night outings organized on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Capital. On Saturdays there are approximately 50 kilometers of filming and on Sundays bicycle touring.