Tour de Markham is a family-friendly group ride where cyclists travel on a designated bike route to visit different landmarks and communities in Markham. At this year's event, we are offering 3 different rides at 15KM, 30KM and 63KM.
Parents/guardian must accompany riders who are younger than 10 years of age. Children riders must ride on 2-wheel bicycle (i.e training wheels are not permitted). Helmet is required.
For rest stop locations and details of each route, please view the Printable Version.
15KM Tour de Markham Route*: Interactive on RidewithGPS | Printable Version | Rest Stop at Milne Dam Park
30KM Tour de Markham Route*: Interactive on RidewithGPS | Printable Version | Rest Stop at Berczy Park North
60KM Tour de Markham Route*: Interactive on RidewithGPS | Printable Version | Rest Stop at Milne Dam Park & Berczy Park
Equipment Requirement
Participants must be 16+ or accompanied by an adult
Understanding Your Cycling Ability
Whether you are an experienced or new cyclists, it is important to recognize your cycling ability in order to participate in the bike event safely.
Table below provides estimates of speed and time required to complete the group rides. Please note that the rate may vary based on individual speed and experience. For more information on routes, please visit the Markham Cycling Day Website to view cycling routes and directions.
Tours | Approximate Average Speed of Riders | Estimated Time to Complete Ride |
60KM — Experienced | 25 km/Hr | 2 1/2 to 3 Hours |
60KM — Recreational | 22 km/Hr
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3 to 3 1/2 Hours |
30KM — Experienced | 18 km/Hr | 1 1/2 to 2 Hours |
30KM — Recreational | 15 km/Hr | 2 to 2 1/2 Hours |
15KM — Recreational | 10 km/Hr | 1 1/2 to 2 Hours |
Follow Route Signs, Obey Traffic Rules & Be Mindful of Pedestrians
Prepared For An Outdoor Event