Looe, a region on Cornwall's southeastern coast, presents a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. Its geography features a dramatic coastline, the Looe River, and ancient woodlands, providing varied terrain for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. The area is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring a scenic backdrop for active pursuits.
Looe offers more than 100 routes across several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road…
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690
hikers
15.3km
04:08
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11.2km
03:01
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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244
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14.5km
04:12
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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128
runners
15.5km
01:51
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30.4km
03:43
800m
800m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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34.0km
04:09
730m
730m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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runners
9.56km
01:07
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
37.1km
02:30
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57.9km
03:46
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24.3km
01:42
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59.8km
04:23
1,160m
1,160m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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135
riders
59.8km
03:08
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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85.5km
04:19
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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44.9km
02:12
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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39.8km
02:05
590m
590m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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61.1km
04:26
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.4km
01:33
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37.0km
02:26
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
49.5km
03:24
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Looe offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features a diverse landscape with coastal paths, river routes, and ancient woodlands. There are more than 125 routes available for exploration.
Looe has 46 hiking routes, many along the South West Coast Path. Options range from moderate coastal walks towards Polperro to trails through Kilminorth Woods. Explore specific routes in the Hiking around Looe guide.
Looe offers 20 touring cycling routes and 20 road cycling routes. Paths along the Looe River provide views of woodlands and wildlife, while coastal rides offer sea views towards Polperro. Find more details in the Cycling around Looe guide.
Looe has 2 mountain biking trails available for those seeking off-road adventures. These routes offer opportunities to explore the region's diverse terrain. Consult the MTB Trails around Looe guide for specific options.
Looe features 37 jogging routes, many utilizing sections of the South West Coast Path or river paths. These routes offer varied terrain and scenic views. Discover options in the Running Trails around Looe guide.
Looe offers family-friendly routes, including some along the Looe River and sections of the South West Coast Path. Kilminorth Woods also provides accessible trails. The Easy hikes around Looe guide provides specific recommendations.
Trails in Looe range from easy, flat paths along the river to more challenging coastal routes with significant elevation changes. The South West Coast Path sections can be moderate to strenuous. Komoot categorizes routes by difficulty, including intermediate options.
Looe offers diverse natural attractions, including the South West Coast Path, East Looe Beach, and Hannafore Beach with its rock pools. Looe Island, a marine nature reserve, is home to nesting birds and grey seals. Kilminorth Woods provides ancient woodland scenery.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Looe, including Hiking around Looe, Easy hikes around Looe, and Cycling around Looe. There are also guides for running, road cycling, and mountain biking.
Looe's outdoor routes are popular on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars across 677 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The Looe to Polperro walk is a popular section of the South West Coast Path. It features moderate to strenuous inclines and offers dramatic coastal views. This route provides a good challenge for hikers and joggers.
Looe Island (St. George's Island) is a marine nature reserve managed by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust. It is a haven for wildlife, including nesting birds and grey seals. Visitors can access the island via official boat trips from Looe Harbour during the summer months.
The official website for Looe tourism is visitlooe.co.uk. This resource provides general tourist information for the region. For specific inquiries, local tourism bodies or information centers are available.