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Gravel Pathway
A gravel cycling route starting from Southend-on-Sea
Ride along the scenic gravel pathway and soak in the beauty of the Essex countryside.
Map
![Map miniature of "Gravel Pathway" cycling inspiration in Essex, United Kingdom. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/united-kingdom/essex/southend-on-sea/gravel/226188.webp)
The Gravel Pathway offers a unique and adventurous cycling experience. With a distance of 33 kilometers and an ascent of 139 meters, this route takes you away from the main roads and allows you to explore some of the less popular but equally beautiful parts of the Essex countryside.
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33 km
139 m
Chill
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Southend-on-Sea City centerSouthend-on-Sea: Explore the picturesque coastal routes of Southend-on-Sea on your bike.
Southend-on-Sea is a town located in Essex, United Kingdom, situated along the coastline. From a cyclist's perspective, Southend-on-Sea offers a range of cycling opportunities. There are scenic coastal routes and well-developed bike lanes that make cycling enjoyable and convenient. Additionally, the town hosts various cycling events and races throughout the year, attracting cycling enthusiasts from around the region. One popular well-known climb nearby is Rayleigh Hill, offering a challenging ascent for cyclists. Overall, Southend-on-Sea is a cyclist-friendly locality, earning a ranking of 4.0 km
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Southend PierAttractionStart your journey at Southend Pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world, and enjoy stunning views of the coastline.
19 km
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South BenfleetVillageSouth Benfleet is a picturesque village with some beautiful parks and pathways, perfect for a leisurely ride.
30 km
30 km
Westcliff-on-SeaSub-urbWestcliff-on-Sea offers charming seafront promenades and beautiful gardens, providing a peaceful escape during your gravel pathway adventure.
33 km
33 km
Finish: Southend-on-Sea City centerSouthend-on-Sea: Explore the picturesque coastal routes of Southend-on-Sea on your bike.
Cycling routes from Southend-on-Sea:
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Hadleigh](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/essex/hadleigh-5.webp)
![Image of Grain](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/kent/grain-5.webp)
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![Image of Allhallows](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/kent/allhallows-5.webp)
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