介紹

Starting from RBRJ Kyoto, this Kyoto cycling route leads you along scenic riverside paths, quiet backroads, and forested hills before arriving at our Lake Biwa shop. Whether you’re aiming for a one-way adventure or connecting to a longer loop around Biwako, this 35-kilometre cycle route offers a rewarding and fun day in the saddle for experienced cyclists and a challenging day for beginners.

Passing through Chushojima, an underrated yet scenic district of Kyoto, with its beautiful canal and the picturesque town of Uji, known for its cultural heritage and green tea, there are plenty of places to explore.

Several cycle routes connect Kyoto and Lake Biwa, but my favourite, even before we opened RBRJ Kyoto and RBRJ Lake Biwa was to follow route 3 out of Uji and enjoy the rolling hills along the scenic Seta River. With our new Lake Biwa location near the Seta-no-Karahashi bridge, the ride from RBRJ Kyoto can make for a perfect day in the saddle.

行程

路線明亮點

RBRJ Kyoto to Uji

從 RBRJ 京都, the ride to RBRJ Lake Biwa begins by heading south along the Higashi Takase River. As you cycle down the path, look to the east and you’ll see the abandoned 伏見桃山城 perched up on the hill. Further down, you’ll pass the 松本酒造 before turning left at the Nawate Bridge and rolling down to Takeda-Kaido Street into Chushojima.

The Chushojima district is known for its samurai history, sake breweries and beautiful canal. It’s a nice getaway from the crowds in central Kyoto and a perfect inclusion for the ride to RBRJ Lake Biwa. More information on the area can be found on the 京都市官方旅遊指南.

Navigating your way through Chushojima, the route takes you across the Keihan Line and onto the Uji River path. At the 觀月橋 it’s easier to ride under the bridge first before looping back and crossing it to the other side. It’s a 7-kilometre road ride to Uji.

As you approach the 宇治橋, believed to date back to the 7th Century and featured in several historical works, you’ll begin to see the beautiful green hills beyond the bridge. Taking the 平等院表參道 path, you’ll need to be patient navigating through the tourists visiting 平等院, but beyond the entrance to Byodo-in the views of the Uji River and To-no shima are worth it. Similar to Chushojima, Uji is a great place to spend more time exploring. More information on Uji can be found on 日本指南。

當您沿著 3 號公路向上攀登並將宇治拋在身後時，這是一次美麗的風景之旅。在 天瀨水壩, the Seta River, which is fed from Lake Biwa, flows into the dam. On the rolling hills down to Ujitawara, you’ll start to see the light brown floor markings for the Kyoto Yamashiro Chakuru Line. At the 15km mark, turn left to continue on Route 3.

Route 3 and The Seta River

完成艱難的路段後，風景如畫的3號道路沿著瀨田川河岸蜿蜒而行，起伏的丘陵使得騎行更為愉快。穿過這片森林的曲折道路能有效避風，而且3號道路上剩餘的短坡大多在下坡後，藉由下坡的勢能，可以輕鬆應對。關於我們過去在瀨田川的騎行經歷，您可以在「京都到宇治與大津」 部落格 與夏季騎行 影片的路線中找到更多的詳情。.

如果您沒有在宇治的美麗 Starbucks 停留，那麼當您抵達 Riders Cafe MM時，可能正是休息的好時機。店主對車輪充滿熱情，這家咖啡館更像是一座博物館。如果您對車輪不感興趣，觀看鴨子奮力向上游的模樣也是一個有趣的景象。

從石山寺到瀨田的唐橋

過了南鄉後，繼續沿著瀨田川騎行，走上422號道路。在南鄉的另一邊，您會抵達歷史悠久的 石山寺。這座寺廟以其壯麗的自然景觀、豐富的文化遺產和文學意義而聞名，特別是作為傳說中紫式部開始創作 《源氏物語》的地方而聞名。.

From Ishiyama-dera, RBRJ Lake Biwa is a short ride along the Seta River Promenade, just past the historic Seta-no-Karahashi and start point to Biwaichi. It’s nice to ride under the bridge to avoid the traffic lights. RBRJ Lake Biwa is on the left side of the road after passing under the bridge.

結論

There is a reason why RBRJ Kyoto and RBRJ Lake Biwa are located where they are. No, not the cheap rent, but for cycling routes like this. With relative ease, you can escape the crowds in Kyoto and find yourself surrounded by stunning natural beauty that will leave you in awe.

Whether you’re wrapping up your ride at RBRJ (Lake Biwa) or continuing your loop around Biwachi, following the Seta River along Route 3 into Shiga makes for a perfect addition to any Kansai cycling adventure.

自從開設 RBRJ（京都）和 RBRJ（琵琶湖）以來，我們一直在騎行、探索並開發 京都的最佳路線 更多精彩路線即將登場。