Bicycle networks consist of a range of existing and proposed bicycle routes across the State. 

Some networks have a transport focus (e.g. cycling to get somewhere for work, school, shops etc), while others are mainly for recreation (e.g. cycling to get fit, see the countryside, enjoy the outdoors). 

Bike riders can use any network for any purpose, and will often use different parts of each network to get to their destination. 

Bicycle networks for transport

Principal Bicycle Network
Major commuter / transport cycling routes in Melbourne, managed by VicRoads and built on local and arterial roads. 

 
Municipal Bicycle Network 
Cycling networks in local areas, mainly for transport journeys, managed by local Councils and built on local roads.


Bicycle networks for recreation

Metropolitan Trail Network
Mainly recreational routes in Melbourne, managed by Parks Victoria and built on open space, usually as shared paths (bicycles and pedestrians).

Rail Trails 
Recreational routes in regional Victoria, managed by local communities and Department of Sustainability and the Environment and built along disused railway corridors.