British-Irish national Jim Kent, pictured, says that riding his bike means he has to put down the phone MATIC ZORMAN

British-Irish national Jim Kent, pictured, says that riding his bike means he has to put down the phone MATIC ZORMAN

Each week, Delano invites a keen cyclist to share their favourite ride in Luxembourg. Getting in the saddle this week is Paperjam Delano Club’s Jim Kent.

Jim Kent is best-known as a fast-talking presenter on radio and more recently with the Paperjam Delano Club. After a busy week or day he likes nothing more than to hop on his bike and head for the country. In this article, he shares two of his favourite bike rides, both setting out and ending in the capital.

Bike used

Giant

Favourite cycling route #1

The back way into rue des Celtes is a 30-minute loop that takes in Cessange and parts of Merl. The route, pictured in the map below, includes some roads but is largely made up of cycle paths. It offers cyclists a chance to see a different, wilder side of the capital.

Level of difficulty

Easy

Highlights and comments

It is literally next to the highway for a bit, which can be daunting but it is car-free with nice views as you enter rue des Celtes. It is also a quick, 30-minute loop.

 Jim Kent’s 30-minute loop between Cessange and Merl Strava

 Jim Kent’s 30-minute loop between Cessange and Merl Strava

Favourite cycling route #2

The Abweiler loop, taking in and

Level of difficulty 

Medium

Highlights and comments

It makes the most of the Leudelange-Ehlange bike trail which is lovely. Navigating Pontpierre is not so interesting but the return section through the forests is again bike only.

Jim Kent’s second recommendation travels along parts of PC9 and PC10  Strava

Jim Kent’s second recommendation travels along parts of PC9 and PC10  Strava

Why I ride

It means I can’t be on my phone at the same time, which is a relief.

What is missing from the cycle infrastructure in Luxembourg?       

Too many cycle paths end in nowhere!