From north to south, England has an excellent and well-maintained cycling route network. The National Cycle Network makes the country accessible. The paths along the River Thames are suitable for every level and the cycling routes along the coastline impress with stunning views. The stages of the long-distance cycling route EV2 is also suitable for a day trip. Find your perfect cycling route for your active breaks and discover the country and its stunning places.
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The 10 Most Beautiful bike rides in England

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
The Wandle Trail by bike
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Difficulty
easy
17.5 km
1:00 h
5 m
49 m
Follow the River Wandle from Croydon to the Thames.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
EV2 - From London City to Richmond Park
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Difficulty
moderate
23.9 km
1:45 h
93 m
59 m
Along the Euro Velo 2 from Tower Bridge to Richmond Park

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Quietway 16: Along the Grand Union Canal
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Difficulty
moderate
30.7 km
2:00 h
34 m
30 m
Explore the outskirts of London and follow the Grand Union Canal along the Quietway.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Richmond Park loop
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Difficulty
easy
10.8 km
0:45 h
88 m
88 m
This route through Richmond Park is suitable for beginners and impresses with scenic views of the wildlife reserve.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
The Newmarket Rides - Gazeley Circuit - On Road Route
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
14.5 km
1:05 h
102 m
102 m
The Deer & Beer Route - A 9 mile (14.5 Km) circular on road route.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Moreton-on-Marsh Loop Cycle via Chipping Norton
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
45.7 km
4:30 h
510 m
510 m
Today’s route starts and finishes in Moreton-on-Marsh, but along the way you will discover quaint and picturesque villages, pedal along hedge-lined country lanes and breathlessly gaze out, from the tops of short, sharp climbs, at a vista of rolling hills and patchwork fields.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Padstow to Bodmin
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
20.4 km
1:25 h
131 m
52 m
Your route today follows the Camel Cycle, a cycle route that initially takes you alongside the Camel Estuary, abundant with wildlife.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Mildenhall Rides - Mildenhall to Red Lodge
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.9 km
0:55 h
22 m
15 m
Watermills to Warrens - A 7 mile (11 Km) linear route from Mildenhall to Red Lodge that uses roads and tracks.

Bike Riding
The Avenue Verte London - Paris
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
533.6 km
37:15 h
1,693 m
1,680 m
This 406 km-long cycle route links 2 European capitals, Paris and London, via Normandy and the cross-border ferry link from Newhaven to Dieppe. You will cycle through eight counties, notably Eure and Seine-Maritime.

Bike Riding
· United Kingdom
Dunwich & Minsmere + Walberswick Diversion - Suffolk Coast & Heaths Cycle Explorer Guide
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
32.7 km
4:00 h
49 m
49 m
This route visits the ancient parish of Dunwich as well as the RSPB’s famous nature reserve at Minsmere and the National Trust’s beautiful Dunwich Heath property.
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Quiet Lanes and Beautiful Villages by Lisa
June 25, 2022
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Community
Title reflects what you get. 90% of the route is on quiet single track roads. Busiest bits are riding past the entrance to carsington and in wirksworth
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Lost lane 01 - the valley of vision by S
June 24, 2022
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Community
Very good, thanks for sharing!
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When did you do this route? June 24, 2022
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Horsey Windpump Circular Route by Alex
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
Photo: Alex N, Community
May 15, 2022
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Community
Nice and very versatile route, A good third of route is off road trails which I would recommend to go only when weather is dry.
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When did you do this route? May 13, 2022
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