Najlepsze trasy rowerowe around Windsor

Malden Pond znajduje się kilka metrów na południe od centrum turystycznego Malden Park, malowniczego, sztucznego stawu z fontanną pośrodku. Staw nie jest duży, ale można go obejść mieszanką utwardzonych i nieutwardzonych ścieżek, z terenami podmokłymi na jego południowym krańcu.

Black Oak Heritage Park is a protected natural area known for its rare oak savanna ecosystem and Carolinian forest species. The park features a network of informal trails that wind through tallgrass prairie, wetlands, and groves of mature black oaks, offering habitat for birds, butterflies, and native plants. It’s a peaceful spot for walking, birdwatching, and connecting with one of the region’s most ecologically significant landscapes.

Assumption Park along Windsor’s riverfront is home to the Windsor Sculpture Park’s unique collection of contemporary outdoor art. There are over 35 large-scale sculptures by renowned international artists, set against views of the Detroit River and the Ambassador Bridge. With its blend of public art, walking paths, and peaceful waterfront atmosphere, it’s a favourite spot for locals and visitors to relax, explore and enjoy the views.

Great Western Park is a lovely green space that stretches along the Detroit River, with expansive views of passing freighters and the U.S. shoreline. There is a paved multi-use trail that connects to the Riverfront Trail network, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. With its mature trees, benches, and beautiful river views, it’s a peaceful spot to relax or watch the sunset over the water.

Blue Heron Lake is a renaturalized pond with countless flowers, birds and insects. A small blue bridge fits very picturesquely into the whole thing. Beautiful walking paths around the lake. This also includes a small hill with gravel paths. Thanks to the otherwise very flat topography, you can see all the way to Detroit in the USA from above. Oh yes... there are also a lot of insects and snails 😅

In 1982, the Rotary Club of Windsor-St. Clair supported the creation of the Sandpoint Beach Totem Pole. It was carved by a Nootkon aboriginal man, Wikinanish, in 22 weeks of work over 14 months. The red cedar trunk comes from British Columbia. Wikinanish, Rotary Club of Windsor-St. Clair unknown (Sandpoint Beach Totem Pole), 1982-84 Painted red cedar, 1524 x 86 (diameter) centimeters

One or two well-maintained sandy beaches with a totem of the 1st Nation. The beaches with fairly shallow water are regularly maintained. There is even a lifeguard on site during opening hours. There are cabins and toilets and a shower on site, but they are showing their age. But be careful: only swim within the boundaries!!! The current further out can be very strong.

The Ambassador Bridge took two and a half years to build and opened on November 15, 1929. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world. After almost 100 years of service, it is finally being relieved by another bridge further upstream. While there is a toll to use the bridge, a photo taken at night with the lights is almost priceless! 😀