The 2014 Spring Cycling Tour organized by the Macao Cycling Association and sponsored by the Macao Sport Development Board was held from 19th to 20th April to promote sports activities enhancing mental and physical fitness, offer more chances for the general public to participate in sports activities, encourage citizens to utilize their leisure time to exercise and hence bring better health to them.

Participants were gathered at the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Municipal Park at 8 am sharp on 19th April and set out for the destination of this cycling tour, Jiangmen.

Participants cycled around the Binjiang green cycling routes of the Jiangmen city. The total distance of the routes is 20km and cyclists enjoyed various scenic spots along the Binjiang green cycling routes. The green cycling routes with green trees on both sides were full of cyclists. All participates savoured the beauty of the lakes and mountains while riding bikes in the fair weather. They perfectly understood the delight of cycling in the nature.

On the second day, participants left for the Dachongkou green cycling routes of Tanzhou town of the Zhongshan city. The 15km long green cycling routes were covered by shades of green trees and surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Cyclists greatly enjoyed the trip. They arrived at the Gongbei Border by the evening and successfully finished the cycling tour.

Through organizing the cycling tour, the Macao Sport Development Board promotes the fun of exercising, and encourages citizens to strengthen their bodies and will power. We also contributes to building a more united and harmonious society, and disseminating the Sports for All message of “Let’s exercise for a better health!”