Cyclists took off and pedaled through the Bronx, starting at 161st Street and Grand Concourse, to make their way to the New York Botanical Garden for the annual Tour De Bronx Sunday.

“It was actually the first time I took out my bike this season, so you know I’m really proud. I’m proud of everyone here,” said Jody Ray, who participated.

More than 4,000 cyclists took part in the 29th annual tour.

The event takes cyclists throughout the Bronx to highlight the borough’s cultural destinations while also promoting health.

“We are feeling the love and spirit of all of these incredible Bronxites that health is a fun priority here in our borough and we’re going to take it on together,” said Sulma Arzu-Brown, executive director of the Bronx Tourism Council.

Cyclists could choose to do a 40, 25 or family 10-mile ride, giving people options depending on their experience level.

“We have worked on this for months to encourage safe cycling for all of our bicycle riders across the borough from our advanced to the intermediate to the very beginners that’s why we added a 10 mile ride this year,” said Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson.

The tour gives cyclists the chance to pass through picturesque landmarks of the borough — including Roberto Clemente Park and 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, the birthplace of hip-hop.

Tanawat Ludkr-Uske does the tour year after year and has a few favorite spots to visit.

“Riding to Orchard Beach is lovely. The stop and Van Cortlandt Park are also nice,” said Ludkr-Uske.

This tour is a way for people to enjoy the views of the Bronx while also getting quite the workout, especially for Ray and her daughter taking part for the first time.

They said they plan to participate again.

“It was fun. The hills were scary, but other than that, it was great,” Ray said.

Organizers said this is the largest free bike tour in New York state.

They also said they will start planning for next year’s event in June.