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Bodmin Challenge: Hills, Moorlands, and Coastal Vibes
A road cycling route starting from St Austell
Embark on a thrilling cycling challenge through Bodmin's diverse landscapes
![Map miniature of "Bodmin Challenge: Hills, Moorlands, and Coastal Vibes" cycling inspiration in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/st-austell/road/144846.webp)
Experience the thrill of this challenging cycling route that takes you through Bodmin's diverse landscapes. With a total ascent of 1,358 meters and a distance of 78 kilometers, this round-trip offers a mix of steep climbs, exhilarating descents, and breathtaking coastal panoramas. Explore the historic town of Bodmin, surrounded by cultivated landscapes, before venturing into beautifully rugged moorlands. Blisland offers a tranquil interlude with idyllic scenery, quaint cottages, and traditional pubs. The Beacon provides sweeping vistas of the coast and the surrounding countryside. Middle Taphouse, located amidst scenic valleys and rolling hills, serves as a welcome stopover on your adventure. Finish your journey in Par, a coastal village famous for its beach and wildlife. This route combines challenging terrain with remarkable landscapes, making it an epic adventure for experienced cyclists.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from St Austell:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Par](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/par-5.webp)
![Image of Bugle](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/bugle-5.webp)
![Image of Nanpean](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/nanpean-4.webp)
![Image of Mevagissey](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/mevagissey-4.webp)
![Image of Roche](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/roche-5.webp)
![Image of Fowey](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/fowey-5.webp)
![Image of Lostwithiel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/lostwithiel-5.webp)
![Image of Probus](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/probus-5.webp)
![Image of Bodmin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/cornwall-and-isles-of-scilly/bodmin-4.webp)