The attractions of cycling in Aso
Magnificent Nature
Aso is in the Aso Kuju National Park, which spreads out in the centre of Kyushu Island in the south of Japan. It is characterized by one of the world's largest calderas that extends about 18 km from east to west and about 25 km from north to south, formed by volcanic activities for about 270,000 years.
Local Culture and Hot Springs
You can enjoy cycling seeing the scenery that shows the unique pastoral lifestyle that has continued in harmony with nature for more than 1,000 years. On the cycling trails there are many archaeological sites. After and before cycling, you can stay at a Onsen Ryokan, a Japanese traditional style hot spring spa inn, in various parts of Aso area and taste the local cuisine.
Various levels of cycling trails
Aso has a diverse natural environment, including vast grasslands, the relatively flat Aso Valley at an altitude of about 450-550m, and the rugged outer rim Aso Gairin Zan at an altitude of about 800-1000m. Therefore, everyone from beginners to advanced riders can choose the suitable course between various levels of cycling trails, flat terrain, rugged terrain, or a tough mountain road.
Various cycling tours
There are several cycling centres that offer a variety of programs and guided tours, such as road tours on paved roads, grassland rides on some permitted grasslands, panoramic rides that only enjoy the downhill slopes of scenic spots, and tours that go around flat highland towns and ruins enjoying local gastronomy. These centres also lend road bikes, mountain bikes, electric bicycles, and regular bicycles.
