Countryside Adventure
A gravel cycling route starting from Deal
Discover the picturesque countryside and historic gems on your journey from Deal to Bishopsbourne and back
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Enjoy a scenic gravel adventure through the beautiful Kent countryside and explore hidden gems along the way. This route offers a moderate challenge with 373 meters of ascent over a distance of 58 kilometers. Highlights include Great Mongeham, Eythorne, Bishopsbourne, Littlebourne, Sandwich, and Deal Castle.
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58 km
373 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Deal City centerDeal: Discovering Deal's coastal cycling routes and exploring its historic streets.
Deal, located in the Kent region of the United Kingdom, is a charming coastal town with plenty of cycling opportunities. The town offers a mix of gentle coastal rides and more challenging routes through the surrounding countryside. Cyclists can enjoy scenic views of the English Channel and explore the historic streets of Deal, which are lined with a variety of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. Nearby, you'll find popular cycling spots such as the scenic Kent Downs and challenging climbs like the Oldstairs Hill.3 km
3 km
Great MongehamHamletPass through Great Mongeham, a charming village with a traditional red-brick church and lovely rural surroundings.
12 km
12 km
EythorneVillageCycle through Eythorne, a quaint village nestled in the rolling hills, where you can admire beautiful period properties and peaceful farmland.
24 km
24 km
BishopsbourneVillageVisit Bishopsbourne, a picturesque village known for its tranquil setting and its historic pub, which dates back to the 17th century.
32 km
32 km
LittlebourneVillagePass through the scenic village of Littlebourne, situated within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering picturesque views and charming countryside cottages.
49 km
49 km
SandwichTownExplore Sandwich, a historic town with an array of medieval architecture, including impressive timber-framed buildings and the ruins of a Roman fort.
58 km
58 km
Deal CastleCastleEnd your ride at Deal Castle, a 16th-century coastal fortress that played a significant role in the defense of the English coast.
58 km
58 km
Finish: Deal City centerDeal: Discovering Deal's coastal cycling routes and exploring its historic streets.
Cycling routes from Deal:
Countryside Adventure Dover and Alkham Adventure Exploring the Coastal Gems Eastry and Beyond The Whitstable Loop Canterbury and Chestfield Road Challenge The Sandwich Circuit Hythe and WomenSwold Road Tour St Nicholas-at-Wade Gravel Escape Dover Castle and Hawkinge Loop The Coastal Gravel Adventure Woodland and Countryside Road Loop Kent Coastal Road Challenge
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