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The Lake District Gravel Adventure
A gravel cycling route starting from Cockermouth
Embark on an epic gravel adventure through the stunning Lake District
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Challenge yourself on a 92 km gravel cycling route with a total ascent of 2453 meters. This scenic ride takes you through the iconic Lake District, offering breathtaking views and unique highlights along the way.
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92 km
2453 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Cockermouth City centerCockermouth: Cockermouth: Explore the scenic routes and challenging terrains in Cumbria.
Cockermouth is a charming town located in Cumbria, United Kingdom. From a road cyclist's perspective, Cockermouth offers beautiful scenic routes and challenging terrain. The area is known for its hilly landscapes and picturesque countryside, making it an ideal destination for gravel cycling as well. One famous cycling spot near Cockermouth is the Honister Pass, a breathtaking mountain pass that offers stunning views and a challenging climb for cyclists. Overall, Cockermouth is a haven for cyclists looking to explore the stunning countryside and take on challenging climbs.11 km
11 km
Bassenthwaite LakeLakeCycle alongside Bassenthwaite Lake, one of the largest and most picturesque lakes in the Lake District.
16 km
16 km
BraithwaiteVillageVisit Braithwaite, a charming village nestled in the foothills of Skiddaw mountain.
24 km
24 km
Pike359 mPeakAdmire the stunning Pike, a popular landmark in the Lake District known for its rugged beauty.
29 km
29 km
LegburthwaiteVillagePass by Legburthwaite, a tranquil village with breathtaking views of the surrounding fells.
43 km
43 km
GrasmereVillageExperience the scenic beauty of Grasmere, a picturesque village surrounded by mountains and lakes.
44 km
44 km
Silver How394 mPeakTake in the panoramic views from Silver How, a popular viewpoint in the Lake District.
67 km
67 km
Honister Slate MineAttractionExplore Honister Slate Mine, a fascinating industrial heritage site and working mine.
69 km
69 km
Black Star634 mPeakChallenge yourself with the climb up Black Star, a legendary cycling route in the Lake District.
77 km
77 km
Rannerdale Knotts355 mPeakConquer Rannerdale Knotts, a famous fell with stunning views of Buttermere and Crummock Water.
92 km
92 km
CockermouthTownFinish your adventure in Cockermouth, a town steeped in history and a vibrant cycling community.
92 km
92 km
Finish: Cockermouth City centerCockermouth: Cockermouth: Explore the scenic routes and challenging terrains in Cumbria.
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