Cycling in Gozo

Gozo is the better of the two main islands for cycling. Visit Gozo notes that its roads are generally less crowded than Malta's, and distances are short enough that a single day covers the capital, a coastal bay and a couple of villages. The terrain runs from gentle rolling farmland to stiff climbs up to the hilltop villages, so the riding feels harder than the map suggests.

Routes worth riding

Visit Gozo highlights a route from Victoria (Rabat) that passes the Ta' Pinu Basilica and drops to the coastal village of Marsalforn, and the Xagħra Heritage Trail, which brings riders to the Ġgantija Temples. The 12 km Saltpans Walk from Victoria, through Wied il-Għasri to the salt pans at Reqqa Point and Xwejni, is marked by the tourism board as suitable for pedal bikes as well as walkers. Start or finish at the Cittadella in Victoria, the hub of the island's roads.

Bikes and the ferry

Rental companies on Gozo offer mountain bikes and e-bikes, which take the sting out of the climbs. If you are bringing your own bike from Malta, the Gozo Channel ferry from Ċirkewwa to Mġarr lists a standard bicycle fare of EUR 1.15 (as of November 2026). See the Gozo ferry guide for the crossing itself.

• Traffic keeps to the left, as on Malta, and many country lanes are narrow with stone walls on both sides.
• Ride the coast at Ramla Bay or Xlendi Bay and plan a swim stop.
• On Malta, the Majjistral park also allows visitors in on bicycles.
• Combine a ride with the Gozo walking trails on another day.

Ride in the cooler months or early in the day, carry more water than you think, wear a helmet and bright clothing, and keep away from cliff edges where gusts can be strong.