Cycle tracks in Dubai

The RTA puts Dubai’s cycle tracks at 560 km and plans to reach 1,000 km by 2030, linking the coast at Jumeirah, Al Sufouh and Marina to the outer tracks at Al Qudra, Seih Al Salam and Nad Al Sheba.¹

How long is Al Qudra?

Al Qudra Cycling Track is 80.6 km. Guinness World Records declared it the longest continuous cycling path in November 2022.² It starts near Last Exit Al Qudra, crosses dunes and lakes in an area of about 188 square kilometres, and has signboards and ground markings along the route.²

Which other tracks does the RTA list?

The RTA lists cycling tracks at Al Quoz 4, Al Safouh 2, Dubai Canal, Dubai Marina, Jumeira Street, Khawaneej, Meydan, Mushrif, Al Qudra and Warqaa.¹ Developers also run tracks at Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Internet City, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Marina and The Greens.¹

A 13.5 km track for cyclists, scooter riders and pedestrians is being built from Al Sufouh to Dubai Hills along Hessa Street. It will be 4.5 metres wide, with 2.5 metres for bikes and scooters, and two bridges over Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road.¹ It will serve 12 residential, commercial and educational areas, including Al Barsha and Al Barsha Heights, and is designed for short first and last-mile trips.¹

Which parks have tracks?

Dubai Municipality has built 18.441 km of tracks inside ten public parks, all open from 8am to 10pm.¹

Can you ride an e-scooter on the tracks?

Rented e-scooters may be ridden only on cycle lanes the RTA designates, and private ones only in the areas it sets.³ The RTA says bike and e-scooter tracks in its scooter areas total 390 km.⁴ The permit rules are on e-scooter rules in Dubai.

What rules apply on a track?

Dubai’s cycle resolution applies on every cycle lane in the emirate.³

• Ride only on cycle lanes, with traffic, keeping to the speed limit the RTA sets for the lane. Exceeding it is a AED 100 fine.
• Wear a protective helmet and a reflective vest, and cycling clothes and shoes.
• Do not ride on lanes for walking or jogging.
• Children under 12 ride with a cyclist aged 18 or over.
• Keep a safe distance and do not zigzag or ride one-handed except to signal.
• Report any accident causing injury or damage to Dubai Police, the ambulance service or the RTA. Not reporting is AED 300.

Can you ride on the track as a group?

Group training of four or more riders under a trainer on roads needs RTA approval, with front and back escort vehicles, a paramedic, no more than 20 riders and no more than 50 metres between the first and last rider.³ The approval also needs sign-off from the UAE Cycling Federation, Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Police.³

What about Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi riders must use authorised paths, keep to 20 km/h and wear a helmet and reflective clothing. Groups may ride on roads only with a permit from the Integrated Transport Centre and Abu Dhabi Police, at the speeds the permit sets.⁵

What happens if your bike is stolen or damaged is on bicycle insurance.

Check your lights and brakes against the checklist before you set off.