Wetlands, Heritage & Village Culture｜Part of the New Territories Major Cycle Track Network

 

📍 Route: Sheung Shui → Sheung Yue River → San Tin → Ngau Tam Mei → Castle Peak Road (Tam Mei section) → Yuen Long

📏 Distance: approx. 11 km

🧭 Estimated Riding Time: around 1.5 hours (excluding photo stops and rest breaks)

🔥 Difficulty: ★★★★☆ (Recommended for experienced riders)

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🌿 Route Highlights

This segment forms part of the 60 km Tuen Mun to Ma On Shan Major Cycle Track Network, completed in 2020. It is a key east–west link across the New Territories.

 

Starting from Sheung Shui, the route passes the Sheung Yue River, San Tin wetlands, the scenic banks of the Kam Tin River, and the natural landscape around Nam Sang Wai. Riders can enjoy views of the Long Valley wetlands, a haven of ecological diversity. The path also weaves through historic villages and cultural landmarks such as Tai Fu Tai Mansion and Wen Tianxiang Park, offering a rich blend of nature and heritage.

 

The terrain features elevation changes and technical turns, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced cyclists who enjoy varied landscapes and longer-distance challenges.

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🛣️ Route Map (Embed Google Maps or Ride with GPS)

 

 

🚴‍♀️ Facilities at Start & End Points

Start – Sheung Shui:

Bike rental options available near Sheung Shui MTR Station.

 

End – Yuen Long:

The Yuen Long Cycling Hub is located behind Yoho Mall (about a 10-minute walk).

It offers a wide range of bikes—road bikes, mountain bikes, kids’ bikes—and supports cross-location rental return (e.g., Sheung Shui, Tai Po), making it highly convenient for riders.

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🧰 Recommended Bikes & Gear

Suitable bikes: Mountain bikes, road bikes, gravel bikes

Recommended gear: Multi-gear bike, phone mount, spare tire

Best riding time: Morning or sunset (avoid midday heat)

Important notes: Expect elevation changes; warm up well and bring sufficient water

Track colour codes:

        •      Red – Main cycling track

        •      Green – Branch tracks

Familiarize yourself with the colour markings before starting to avoid getting lost.

 

🔺 Special Route Notes

        •      Over 20 road crossings require dismounting and pushing — observe traffic carefully

        •      Certain uphill or narrow sections may require 100m of pushing — ride slowly and yield when needed

        •      After rain, some rural paths may have puddles or muddy surfaces — proceed with caution

 

📸 Recommended Photo Spots

        •      Nam Sang Wai wooden bridge

        •      Tai Fu Tai Mansion (heritage Hakka residence)

        •      Riverside views along Sheung Yue River

        •      Installation art at Yuen Long Cycling Hub

 

⚠️ Safety Tips

⚠️ Wear a helmet and gloves — terrain variation requires stable control

⚠️ Watch out for rural wildlife and stray dogs

⚠️ Check brakes, gears, and tire pressure before starting

⚠️ Do not ride with earphones, use your phone while moving, or release both hands from the handlebar

 

🧡 Friendly Reminders

This route carries a moderate-to-high challenge level and is recommended for riders with mid-distance experience.

For families or beginners, consider riding only the Nam Sang Wai section from Yuen Long as a scenic and safer alternative to the full route.