Local Explorer Routes – Birmingham
Cycling and walking are good for our health and wellbeing, helping us get fitter, connect with nature and discover new things around us while reducing our impact on the planet. Inspired by Birmingham hosting the European Athletics Championships in August 2026 we have created some great local explorer routes so you can have fun discovering Birmingham by bike or foot.
Building on our 69wards by bike or foot maps, the routes are mostly traffic free and suitable for all abilities. There are walking and cycling routes for each of the 10 Birmingham constituencies, helping you get outside and discover local greenspaces, hidden gems, heritage sites and cool places to visit.
Gentle walks and bike rides:
All routes are suitable for walking or cycling unless indicated otherwise. Click the links below to explore each route.
Yardley
Walking/Cycling Route: Parks & Heritage Walking/Cycling Route: Traffic free circular – Kingfisher Route Cycling Route: Small Heath Park & Beyond
Hodge Hill & Solihull North
Walking/Cycling Route: Ward End Park Walking/Cycling Route: Green CorridorsFollowing the routes:
All the routes are designed to be self-guided, easy to follow and achievable in one day. Alternatively, you can choose one or two places along the routes to visit and use the route to help plan your journey.
Click the links above and you will find all the information you need about each route as well as links to google maps. You can also follow each route using route finding and navigation app Komoot, where GPX files are also available to download for using on other navigation apps or devices.
View collection of all routes in KomootA few things to remember while you are out exploring these routes:
- Be prepared – ensure you are wearing suitable shoes and clothing for your activity. Dress for the weather and take water/snacks.
- If cycling, make sure your bike is in good working order and safe to ride – Do a quick bike check before heading out.
- Please be extra careful when near open water.
- When cycling always follow the Highway Code.
- Be courteous to others, particularly on towpaths and shared paths.
- Most of all, have fun!
ENJOY exploring your chosen route. We’d love to see what you get up to and hear what you think of the routes so remember to tag @ecobirmingham when sharing your adventures on social media or send us a quick message.
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