Valley Coffee, Launceston
Nick H Visuals
Cycling
Tasmania has a strong cycling tourism sector with mountain biking a key current strength.
Tourism Research Australia (TRA) has published insights on cycle tourism in Australia. With investment in cycling infrastructure planned, cycle tourism is positioned for continued expansion, offering benefits to regional Australia and the broader visitor economy. The Australia wide report highlights key reasons why this is an area with future growth and investment potential. For Tasmania, a key benefit of increasing cycling tourism is regional dispersal.
Cyclists by a Roadside Stall, Franklin
Paul County
Benefits of cycle tourism
Cycle tourism plays a key role in Australia's economy, with each trip contributing to local businesses and communities as cycling provides the opportunity to explore at a slower pace, allowing visitors to enjoy local cafes and gift shops that might otherwise be missed.
This slower, more immersive style of travel also supports sustainable tourism by reducing environmental impact and encouraging meaningful connections with local places and people.
To find out more about how you can benefit from mountain biking tourism, read more on our mountain biking page.