Gan, a region in Northwestern China, bridges the Tibetan and Loess plateaus, presenting a diverse range of landscapes suitable for outdoor activities. Its terrain includes snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, desert expanses, and unique geological formations. This geographical composition provides varied environments for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and more. The region's natural features offer a wide array of routes for exploration.
The Gan region offers a wide range of outdoor activities…
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4.5
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Average rating
1950
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4.3
(3)
9
riders
30.9km
02:37
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
30.4km
02:42
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
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10
riders
10.9km
00:55
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.2
(12)
40
riders
30.0km
01:48
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(14)
257
riders
49.0km
02:34
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
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107
riders
29.4km
01:25
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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103
riders
71.1km
03:31
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
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170
riders
74.8km
03:32
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
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66
hikers
6.62km
01:57
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
hikers
5.11km
01:28
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
hikers
5.72km
01:30
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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9
hikers
12.8km
03:33
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
runners
9.71km
01:06
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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23
runners
9.44km
01:06
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
6.27km
00:41
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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15
runners
11.2km
01:17
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
31
riders
13.0km
00:46
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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18
riders
21.7km
01:20
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
36.4km
03:21
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
10.8km
00:58
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(7)
33
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
riders
45.1km
02:44
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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29
riders
20.4km
01:06
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(15)
10
riders
30.7km
01:55
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gan offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 100 routes, catering to various interests and skill levels.
Road cycling routes in Gan can be explored through dedicated guides. For detailed information and route suggestions, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Gan guide.
Yes, Gan offers mountain biking trails, particularly in areas like the Qilian Mountains, which feature high passes and challenging terrain. Specific routes and information are available in the MTB Trails around Gan guide.
Hiking opportunities in Gan include trails in the Qilian Mountains with alpine meadows and the unique landscapes of Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park. The Hiking around Gan guide provides further details on available routes.
Gravel biking in Gan is possible, especially along herder trails in the Gannan Grasslands. For specific routes and guidance, consult the Gravel biking around Gan guide.
Gan provides a variety of routes across different sports, accommodating various skill levels. While some areas like the Qilian Mountains offer challenging routes, there are also options for less experienced outdoor enthusiasts.
Gan features diverse natural landscapes including the snow-capped Qilian Mountains, the expansive Gannan Grasslands, the desert terrain of the Hexi Corridor, and the colorful rock formations of Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park.
Gan is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 18,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 105 routes have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Gan, including Road Cycling Routes around Gan, MTB Trails around Gan, Running Trails around Gan, Hiking around Gan, Cycling around Gan, and Gravel biking around Gan.
The official website for the Information Office of the People's Government of Gansu Province is english.gansu.gov.cn. This site provides general information about the province.
Cycling routes in the Qilian Mountains can feature significant elevation changes. Elevations in some areas range from 9,200 feet (2800m) to over 13,000 feet (4000m).
Yes, the Hexi Corridor and Gobi Desert areas within Gan offer desert landscapes. Activities like desert treks across the Singing Sands Dunes are available, often with opportunities for camel riding or walking.

