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The Coastal Expedition
A road cycling route starting from Formby
Embark on a coastal adventure and discover hidden gems along the way
Map
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This road route follows the stunning coastline, offering breathtaking views and opportunities to explore charming coastal towns. With a low difficulty level, it's suitable for leisurely cyclists seeking a peaceful ride. The route spans a distance of 41 kilometers with a total ascent of 19 meters.
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Start: Formby City centerFormby: Discover the beauty of coastal cycling and conquer nearby climbs in Formby.
Formby, located in Merseyside, is an appealing area for road and gravel cycling. The town offers a mix of road infrastructure suitable for cyclists and beautiful natural areas to explore on gravel bikes. Formby is famous for its stunning sand dunes and picturesque coastline, providing unique cycling experiences. Additionally, nearby climbs like Bleasedale and Winter Hill offer challenges for more experienced riders. Overall, Formby is a recommended destination for cyclists seeking scenic rides and a touch of adventure.1 km
1 km
FreshfieldSub-urb19 km
19 km
ChurchtownSub-urbChurchtown is a quaint village known for its beautiful ancient church. Take a moment to admire the architectural elegance of this historic landmark.
30 km
30 km
HalsallVillageHalsall features lovely countryside views and idyllic walking trails. Pause for a while and enjoy the serenity of this picturesque village.
40 km
40 km
Little AltcarVillageLittle Altcar offers sandy beaches and picturesque dunes. Take in the natural beauty of this coastal gem and bask in the refreshing sea breeze.
41 km
41 km
Finish: Formby City centerFormby: Discover the beauty of coastal cycling and conquer nearby climbs in Formby.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Hightown](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/hightown-5.webp)
![Image of Crosby](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/crosby-5.webp)
![Image of Maghull](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/maghull-5.webp)
![Image of Southport](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/southport-5.webp)
![Image of Litherland](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/litherland-5.webp)
![Image of Ormskirk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/lancashire/ormskirk-3.webp)
![Image of Kirkby](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/merseyside/kirkby-4.webp)
![Image of Burscough](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/lancashire/burscough-4.webp)
![Image of Banks](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/lancashire/banks-5.webp)