Scenic Gravel Essex Loop

A gravel cycling route starting from Bar Hill

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Ride through picturesque Essex countryside on this 45-kilometer gravel route

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Escape from the bustle of the city and venture into the tranquil Essex countryside on this 45-kilometer gravel loop. With a moderate ascent of 222 meters, this route offers a good mix of challenging climbs and scenic descents. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes, charming villages, and peaceful atmosphere along the way. Suitable for well-trained amateurs, this route has an epicness score of 3.

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45 km

222 m

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Route profile

Highlights on the route

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Start: Bar Hill Village center

Bar Hill: Enjoy leisurely rides through the picturesque countryside of Bar Hill in East Anglia.

Bar Hill is a small village in the East Anglia region of the United Kingdom. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers a mix of quiet country roads and urban cycling routes. While the terrain is relatively flat, making it suitable for beginners or leisurely rides, the lack of challenging climbs may not appeal to experienced cyclists seeking a more demanding ride. However, Bar Hill is surrounded by beautiful countryside, allowing you to enjoy scenic rides through the Cambridgeshire region.

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Bar HillVillage

Start your journey in Bar Hill, a village situated on the edge of Cambridge. Enjoy a quiet ride through the scenic countryside before diving into the Essex lanes.

12 km

Crow Hill81 mPeak

Crow Hill offers stunning views of the surrounding Essex countryside. Pause at this viewpoint to appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

17 km

Great GransdenVillage

Great Gransden is a picturesque village with delightful cottages and inviting pubs. Take a break and refresh yourself at one of the traditional English pubs.