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The best cycling routes around Sunderland

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Cycling around Sunderland is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of North East England. So you can find your perfect Sunderland bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: December 12, 2025

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1. Jarrow and South Shields loop from Sunderland

56.3km

03:44

390m

380m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Durham and Consett loop from Sunderland

89.3km

06:06

690m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Sunderland to South Shields loop

43.8km

02:39

210m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Sunderland to Newcastle loop via The Angel of the North

56.2km

03:27

380m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. High Pittington and South Hetton loop from Hetton-le-Hole

23.8km

01:38

150m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.0

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6. Sunderland to Roker Seafront loop

24.6km

01:34

180m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. National Glass Centre – Roker Pier and Lighthouse loop from South Hylton

43.0km

02:34

270m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Roker Pier and Lighthouse – Sunderland Riverside Walkway loop from Mount Pleasant

55.5km

03:30

360m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Forest Path and Lake View – Owl Sculpture loop from South Hylton

42.4km

02:48

280m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Willington Dene Viaduct – Roman Baths Cycle Path loop from Eighton Banks

31.4km

01:57

180m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Sunderland

1. Jarrow and South Shields loop from Sunderland

2. Durham and Consett loop from Sunderland

3. Sunderland to South Shields loop

4. Sunderland to Newcastle loop via The Angel of the North

5. High Pittington and South Hetton loop from Hetton-le-Hole

6. Sunderland to Roker Seafront loop

7. National Glass Centre – Roker Pier and Lighthouse loop from South Hylton

8. Roker Pier and Lighthouse – Sunderland Riverside Walkway loop from Mount Pleasant

9. Forest Path and Lake View – Owl Sculpture loop from South Hylton

10. Willington Dene Viaduct – Roman Baths Cycle Path loop from Eighton Banks

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