Bike The Bridge With New Cycle Tourism Map. Two Wheels. Two Countries. One New Adventure. A whole new way to explore Windsor Essex is officially open!
With the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge Multi-Use Path, cyclists can now experience a unique cross-border adventure connecting Canada and the U.S. by bike while taking in incredible views along the way.
And we have the perfect way to help you keep exploring. About the Gordie Howe International Bridge Multi-Use Path:
- Free for all cyclists, walkers and runners
- Current operating hours 8am through 8pm
- Separate customs plaza from vehicular traffic
- Total length of travel on the path including customs plazas is 3km or 1.8 miles one-way with a 5% grade
- Anticipate a 20 minute crossing by bike or 45 minutes by foot one way. Border processing times are not included in these estimates and may add to the total length of time
- Total distance from parking at Malden Park and crossing the Gordie Howe International Bridge and returning to your parked car is approximately 12km/4.9m
The NEW Windsor Essex Cycle Tourism Map is available now at www.bikethebridge.ca
Ride the new Multi-Use Path. Explore new routes. Discover great stops along the way:
- Learn what you need to know before crossing the Multi-Use Path
- Use the map with direct connection to our 6 Cycle Tourism Map trails, plus the Trans Canada Trail and Great Waterfront Trail
- Explore the new Cycle Tourism Map online featuring 6 curated routes and 300+km of trails
- Find 125+ Bike Friendly places to eat, stay, shop and explore
Request a FREE print copy of the map mailed right to your door/mailbox.
With the opening of the Multi-Use Path this week, a higher audience on the bridge is expected. Please note the below if you are planning to visit this week. During the first few weeks of opening, please note that e-bikes will not be permitted on the Multi-Use Path.
Be patient. With the anticipated high number of path users, expect line-ups entering the path and line-ups at border processing. WDBA is limiting the number of people that can be on the path at any one time over the initial opening days to support smooth operations.
Be prepared: Remember to bring your cross-border travel documents that are required upon entry/re-entry into both Canada and the US.
Plan your trip: There is no on-site parking at either port of entry. In Windsor, parking is available at the Malden Park trailhead. In Detroit, parking is available at the Clark Park trailhead.
Set aside sufficient time: Anticipate a one-way 20-minute crossing by bike or 45-minute crossing by foot. This does not include travel to and from the entrances/exits of the path or border processing times.
Keep yourself safe: Stay hydrated, wear bike safety gear when cycling, and know your limits. From entrance to exit, the path is 3 km/1.8 miles and can be steep in some areas with an approximate 5% incline.
Keep others safe: Always signal your intentions, give pedestrians the right-of-way and know this is not a race. Enjoy your trip across the bridge at a low speed that allows you to react in time (maximum 20km/h or 12m/hr). To support a safe environment during anticipated times of high-volume activity, e-bikes are not permitted for use during the first few weeks.