Cycling around Colchester is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Essex. So you can find your perfect Colchester 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 8, 2025

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1. Colchester Town to Burnt Dick Hill loop – Dedham Vale

47.6km

02:51

290m

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

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2. Roman Circus Centre Cycle Path – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

47.6km

02:48

270m

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

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3. River Colne Riverside Path – Colchester Castle loop from Wivenhoe

14.4km

01:06

50m

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

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4. River Colne Riverside Path – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

12.8km

00:56

60m

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

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5. View Across the Valley loop from Hythe (Colchester)

35.2km

02:07

200m

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

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6. Malting Cottage Honey – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

34.1km

02:02

200m

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

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7. River Colne Riverside Path – High Street Climb loop from Old Heath

9.11km

00:43

20m

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

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8. Colchester Castle – River Colne Riverside Path loop from Colchester

23.4km

01:35

110m

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

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9. Malting Cottage Honey – Rowhedge Waterfront loop from East Mersea

29.0km

01:43

200m

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

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10. The Hare and Hounds – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

26.6km

01:36

150m

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

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The best cycling routes around Colchester

1. Colchester Town to Burnt Dick Hill loop – Dedham Vale

2. Roman Circus Centre Cycle Path – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

3. River Colne Riverside Path – Colchester Castle loop from Wivenhoe

4. River Colne Riverside Path – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

5. View Across the Valley loop from Hythe (Colchester)

6. Malting Cottage Honey – Colchester Castle loop from Colchester Town

7. River Colne Riverside Path – High Street Climb loop from Old Heath

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