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| Welcome to Jersey Jersey is an unusual part of the British Isles. We have our own Government, we make our own laws and we have our own money. We are not part of the European Union. Because of our special links with Britain - we are a personal possession of the Monarch despite being only 15 miles from France - Jersey has a unique history and constitution. Jersey was the last Channel Island to be created when the waters, that we now call the English Channel, rose and cut the island off from mainland France; because of this, it is home to many rare species of flora and fauna that are only found on the island. A high standard of living, and a population that is a diverse mix of races and cultures, makes Jersey a place that is vibrant and cosmopolitan. Today, you're as likely to meet the ancestor of a Huguenot refugee running a fish restaurant, as you are to meet the great-granddaughter of a Breton farm worker working in IT. |  | Great for Cycling Although Jersey has possibly the greatest per capita car population in the world, the good news is that while some people do literally have a dozen cars - they can only drive one at a time! Furthermore, because the small lanes that criss-cross the island are definitely not the fastest way to get about, there isn't much traffic on them. Jersey has just under 50 miles of Green Lanes, these are quiet, scenic, speed restricted lanes that allow you to really see, smell and hear your environment.They were created at the beginning of the 1990s so that cyclists, walkers and horse riders could enjoy the countryside without the threat of speeding motorists. These are unique to Jersey, and when put together with the island's comprehensively sign-posted 96 mile Cycle Network, it means that everywhere is easily reached by bike. |  | What we offer Jersey offers the potential for a really memorable cycling break. So if you'd like to see Jersey by bike, guided by a cycling specialist, go to our weekly cycle tours page to see the range of tours currently on offer. Alternatively, a tailor-made tour can be organised for you, based on a particular theme, subject or interest. Our vast experience means that we can combine site visits and breathtaking scenery together with fabulous food to create a great day out. Enjoy the island experience, explore Jersey by bike. Discover an island that lies beyond the reach of the everyday visitor. |
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