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Charming Gravel Ride Through Essex Villages
A gravel cycling route starting from Braintree
A peaceful gravel ride through picturesque Essex villages.
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This delightful gravel route takes you through the scenic countryside of Essex, passing by charming villages along the way. With a moderate ascent of 231 meters and a distance of 49 kilometers, this route is suitable for all levels of gravel cyclists. Experience the beauty of Hatfield Peverel, Woodham Walter, and Great Leighs as you ride through quiet lanes and enjoy the tranquility of rural England.
gravel
49 km
231 m
Chill
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Start: Great Notley Village centerBraintree: Braintree: Scenic routes through peaceful countryside.
Braintree in Essex, United Kingdom, offers enjoyable cycling opportunities for both road and gravel cyclists. The locality boasts a mix of flat and undulating routes, making it ideal for riders of all skill levels. With scenic countryside and charming villages to explore, cyclists can soak in the peaceful beauty of the area while pedaling through well-maintained roads. Although Braintree may not have any particularly famous cycling spots or climbs nearby, its cycling-friendly atmosphere and picturesque landscapes make it a solid option for cyclists. Braintree receives a rank of 3 for cycling tourists.13 km
13 km
Hatfield PeverelVillageVisit the idyllic village of Hatfield Peverel and soak in its historic ambiance.
19 km
19 km
Woodham WalterVillageDiscover the peaceful beauty of Woodham Walter as you pedal through its scenic lanes.
44 km
44 km
Great LeighsVillageTake a break in Great Leighs and explore its rich history and charming atmosphere.
49 km
49 km
Finish: Great Notley Village centerBraintree: Braintree: Scenic routes through peaceful countryside.
Cycling routes from Braintree:
The Great Waltham Gravel Loop The Noteworthy Road Tour The Coggeshall Gravel Adventure The Charming Maldon Loop The Rural Countryside Road Trip Charming Gravel Ride Through Essex Villages Spectacular Road Cycling Adventure in Essex Adventure through Rural Essex Gravel Paths Ultimate Road Cycling Challenge in Essex Scenic Road Cycling Tour in Essex Countryside Saffron Walden Loop Suffolk Adventure Dunmow Delight
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![Image of Great Leighs](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/essex/great-leighs-5.webp)
![Image of Coggeshall](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/essex/coggeshall-3.webp)
![Image of Halstead](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/essex/halstead-5.webp)
![Image of Little Dunmow](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/essex/little-dunmow-5.webp)
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