A July cycling challenge is about embracing the height of summer and heading for the kind of landscapes that make you want to ride all day.

August cycling brings bold landscapes, high-altitude adventures and the full intensity of late summer.

June cycling is all about long daylight hours, fresh green landscapes and the sense that summer is just getting started.

Cycling in May, when spring has properly settled in, daylight is long, and temperatures are warm enough to feel comfortable on the bike without tipping into the heat and fatigue that summer can bring, can be perfect. Across much of Europe and beyond, roads are dry, many mountain passes are reopening, and riding days can stretch well into the evening.

For cycling holidays, April is an excellent month to consider. It sits right in the sweet spot between winter and summer in the Northern Hemisphere, when daylight is stretching out, landscapes are waking up, and riding conditions often feel just right. Across much of Europe, April brings cooler temperatures that suit long climbs and steady mileage, while avoiding the heat, traffic and crowds that build later in the season.

March is when spring finally starts to feel real for anyone based in the Northern Hemisphere. The best places to go cycling this month bring longer days, warming sunshine and roads that are waking up for the season – perfect for getting your climbing legs back, building momentum into summer and checking in on your overall cycling fitness level.

Want to wake up the legs after weeks of turbo sessions? Cycling in February is perfect for anyone who wants to escape the grip of winter in the Northern Hemisphere to head off in search of sunnier climes!

January in the Northern Hemisphere is a cold, hard month for many.

We often receive emails from readers asking us about the places to cycle in December. Trading the northern winter and heading in search of warm sunshine is certainly tempting at this time of year!

Cycling holidays in November are a great option for anyone craving a sunny pre-Christmas escape.

Looking to go cycling in October, and on the hunt for the best places to go?

Looking for a September cycling holiday?