Cycling around Gloucester is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Gloucestershire. So you can find your perfect Gloucester 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: October 2, 2025

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1. Newent & Hartpury loop from Gloucester

62.6km

03:51

430m

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

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2. River Severn & Stroud loop from Gloucester

48.8km

03:13

340m

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

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3. Cheltenham & the western Cotswolds loop from Gloucester

68.8km

04:16

500m

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

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4. View of the River Severn – Saul Junction loop from Podsmead

39.8km

02:23

140m

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

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5. Llanthony Bridge – View of the River Severn loop from Whaddon

40.0km

02:32

170m

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

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6. View of the River Severn – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Kingsway

53.9km

03:29

170m

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

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7. Maisemore Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Coney Hill

38.6km

02:17

180m

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

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8. Gloucester Cathedral – Llanthony Bridge loop from Elmbridge

21.5km

01:28

70m

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

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9. Wholly Cow Gelato Farm Shop loop from Grange

18.1km

01:05

90m

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

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10. Llanthony Bridge – LV14 SULA Lightship loop from Gloucester

24.0km

01:32

100m

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

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1. Newent & Hartpury loop from Gloucester

2. River Severn & Stroud loop from Gloucester

3. Cheltenham & the western Cotswolds loop from Gloucester

4. View of the River Severn – Saul Junction loop from Podsmead

5. Llanthony Bridge – View of the River Severn loop from Whaddon

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7. Maisemore Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Coney Hill

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