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The best cycling routes around Exeter

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Cycling around Exeter is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Devon. So you can find your perfect Exeter 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: November 10, 2025

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1. The Exe Estuary trail loop from Exeter to Exmouth

29.3km

01:41

70m

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

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4.5

(14)

101

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2. The Exe Estuary loop from Exeter to Dawlish

42.1km

02:37

270m

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

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3. Exeter, Dawlish & Haldon loop

83.0km

04:13

860m

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

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4.6

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963

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4. Exeter Quayside – Exeter Ship Canal loop from Exeter St Thomas

32.8km

01:52

40m

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

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4.9

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5. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Newcourt

21.8km

01:22

110m

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

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4.8

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396

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6. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from St James' Park

27.8km

01:39

90m

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

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7. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from Alphington

17.4km

00:59

20m

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

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8. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Exeter St Thomas

54.5km

03:25

420m

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

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9. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from Marsh Barton

51.0km

03:10

330m

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

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10. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Digby and Sowton

54.6km

03:21

430m

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

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The best cycling routes around Exeter

1. The Exe Estuary trail loop from Exeter to Exmouth

2. The Exe Estuary loop from Exeter to Dawlish

3. Exeter, Dawlish & Haldon loop

4. Exeter Quayside – Exeter Ship Canal loop from Exeter St Thomas

5. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Newcourt

6. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from St James' Park

7. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from Alphington

8. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Exeter St Thomas

9. Exeter Ship Canal – Turf Hotel loop from Marsh Barton

10. Exe Estuary Trail – Exe Estuary Trail loop from Digby and Sowton

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