Impressive aerial footage of China's new "cycling skyway" in Xiamen, said to be the world's longest.

The video, filmed on February 11, shows the elevated cycle way, a day after it opened for a trial run.

The 16-foot wide route covers the city's five main residential areas and three business districts, while also connecting 11 bus stops and two underground stations.

The route is open from 6.30am to 10.30pm every day during the one-month trial.

A cool footage has emerged from China of the world's longest cycling skyway opening.

The aerial video, filmed in Xiamen, Fujian Province on February 11, shows cyclists riding on the 7.6-metre long elevated bike path.

The 16-foot wide route covered the city's five major residential areas and three business centres, while it also connected with 11 bus stops and two underground stations.

The route opens from 6.30am to 10.30pm during the one-month trial.