Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Kolkata Cyclists Share Favorite Dawn Rides
Cyclists in Kolkata love riding their bikes early in the morning when the city is quiet.
They have favorite routes like the Maidan and Red Road, which is wide and flat, and the Basanti Highway loop, which feels like countryside riding.
Some riders also enjoy the wetland trails near Matiyagacha and Khoriwadi for their peaceful and natural views.
For longer rides, they go to places like Baruipur in the south and the hills in North Bengal and Purulia.
These rides help them stay fit, explore the city, and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Each route offers something special, whether it's the sunrise behind the Victoria Memorial or the challenging climbs in the hills.
Cyclists in Kolkata prefer early morning rides for peaceful and scenic experiences.
Popular routes include Maidan and Red Road, Basanti Highway loop, and wetland trails near Matiyagacha and Khoriwadi.
Longer rides to places like Baruipur, Biswa Bangla Gate to the airport, and North Bengal hills offer diverse terrains and views.
Cyclists value these routes for fitness, exploration, and the joy of movement.
Each route provides unique experiences, from cityscapes to countryside and hill climbs.
- Who
- Cyclists in Kolkata, including Debjani Lahiri, Deepanjan Ghosh, Arunava Chowdhury, Gourab Chatterjee, and Sumanta Gupta
- What
- Favorite cycling routes in and around Kolkata
- When
- Early mornings, before the city fully awakes
- Where
- Kolkata and surrounding areas, including Maidan, Red Road, Basanti Highway, Matiyagacha, Khoriwadi, Baruipur, Biswa Bangla Gate, Siliguri, Darjeeling, and Ajodhya Hills
- Why
- To enjoy peaceful moments, explore the city, maintain fitness, and experience natural scenery
- Primary Route
- Maidan and Red Road
- Long Loop Route
- Basanti Highway
- Wetland Route
- Matiyagacha and Khoriwadi
- Southern Route
- Baruipur
- Eastern Route
- Biswa Bangla Gate to CC2 and Airport
- North Bengal Route
- Siliguri to Darjeeling
- Purulia Route
- Ajodhya Hills