cycle.travel’s coverage takes a further leap forward today with mapping and route-planning for Australia and New Zealand.

We’re delighted to bring the world’s best bike route-planning to the Southern Hemisphere. You can now use cycle.travel to plan a quiet, enjoyable route anywhere in Australia and New Zealand.

As in many other countries, we’re using real traffic data to make sure you’re routed along the roads with the fewest motor vehicles. We’ve adapted our routing engine so it’s best suited to the distinctive characteristics of Australian and NZ roads. Our maps highlight the New Zealand Cycle Trail and recreational routes in Australia without being cluttered with unpleasant routes along motorway hard shoulders.

We’ve also got all the familiar features you’d expect from cycle.travel – circular routes, ride suggestions, hotels and campsites, paved-only mode, and much more. Head over to the map and give the new area a try.