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[title]Riding a bike around Mendoza is not only an eco-friendly option but also one of the best ways to discover the city and its surroundings at your own pace. With over 300 kilometers of bike lanes connecting different points of Greater Mendoza, this experience lets you enjoy unique landscapes, make gastronomic stops, and connect with the environment in a different way.
Mendoza is synonymous with vineyards and mountains, but also with sustainable mobility. The province has the longest bike lane network in Argentina, linking seven departments in the metropolitan area. This infrastructure not only facilitates daily mobility but also invites you to explore spots that would otherwise be inaccessible.
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The best part is you don’t need to have your own bike. To use the bike lanes in Mendoza, you can rent one or combine your trip with the metrotram to make it more dynamic.
A Bike Lane Network that Crosses Mendoza
The bike lane network totals 347 interconnected kilometers, allowing you to cross Greater Mendoza from north to south and east to west. The departments of Ciudad, Godoy Cruz, Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, Guaymallén, Las Heras and Lavalle are connected by these paths. If you want the bike lane map for each jurisdiction, click here.
“Each department has stamped its own identity on the stretches that cross its territory. In Ciudad, for example, you can admire historic buildings; in Godoy Cruz, murals add an artistic touch to the route; while in Luján de Cuyo and Maipú, the bike route delves into winemaking tradition,” explains Matías Agustín Dalla Torre, Planning Director of the Subsecretariat of Infrastructure and Territorial Development of the Government of Mendoza.
Besides being an eco-friendly mode of transportation, cycling offers many physical and psychological benefits: it reduces stress, improves daily mood, and promotes a city with less noise and less traffic congestion.
Something worth highlighting is that this bike lane network was designed to be pleasant, dynamic, and cool since it passes under many public trees: “The greenery provides shade in various stretches, making the route a pleasant option on hot days,” he adds.
Strategic Stops: Cafés, Gastronomy, and Wineries
The bike route adapts to each rider’s pace and preference. Along the way, you’ll find cafés, restaurants, and wineries perfect for taking a break.
If you’re in the city, you can reach Arístides Villanueva Street, a gastronomic hotspot with bars and breweries. Heading south to Godoy Cruz, you can stop at Margha for wood-fired pizza or Burger Shoppe, winner of Mendoza’s first Burger World Championship—both located at the new popular corner of Beltrán and Chacabuco.
Towards Chacras de Coria, the first wineries appear, such as Clos de Chacras and Alta Vista, which offer guided tours, tastings, and even lunches with wine pairings at their restaurants.
If you prefer a more natural route, from downtown Mendoza, the bike lane takes you to Boulogne Sur Mer Avenue, where you can ride through and enter General San Martín Park, continuing to El Challao in Las Heras, home to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Or, if you head towards Guaymallén, you’ll reach the Julio Le Parc Cultural Space.
The return trip? Enjoy it 100% since it’s downhill with spectacular views of the university campus, the Ecopark, and the mountains.
“A large part of the bike lane has been developed near the railway infrastructure, allowing you to complement the trip with the metrotram service,” highlights the province’s Planning Director. This transport has a special carriage for cyclists and their bikes, making it easy to combine both modes and rest when needed.
Intermodal Mobility: Bike, Tram, and More
You don’t need to own a bike to explore Mendoza on two wheels. The public bike system, Bicitran, allows you to rent one through an app. It’s advisable to download it and register before arriving in the province to ensure you can use it.
Stations are strategically located throughout the city, and the service allows you to pick up a bike at one point and drop it off at another; rides can last up to 60 minutes on weekdays and 120 minutes on weekends and holidays.
Also, to combine all sustainable mobility experiences, there are two transfer stations in Maipú and Godoy Cruz where you can leave your car and continue by bike or metrotram. In fact, these are located at two tram stops.
Cycling in Mendoza is a relaxed, sustainable, and unique experience—ideal for travelers seeking to move authentically while discovering landscapes, flavors, and culture. Remember to wear a helmet and bring water. Now you’re ready to hop on a bike and explore Greater Mendoza from a new perspective.