Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 23, 2025

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955 m

View of Merlin's Cave

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From the rock you have great views of the coast.

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1.12 km

Tintagel Castle Bridge

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To access both halves of the ruins of Tintagel Castle, which sits on its own tiny peninsula as well as on the Cornish mainland, you'll need to cross on this …

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1.23 km

View of the Coast Through a Stone Archway

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A photo opportunity if there ever was one..

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1.25 km

View of the Cornwall Coast

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1.36 km

View of King Arthur Statue, Tintagel

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Beautiful view on the coastal side

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1.71 km

Gallos statue at Tintagel Castle

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Gallos, an impressing bronze staue, standing on the highest point of tintagel castle with an outstanding view over the coast and ocean

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2.01 km

Tintagel Castle and Merlin's Cave

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The medieval fortification has been linked to Arthurian legends since Geoffrey of Monmouth mentioned it as the place of Arthur's conception. Best viewed on sunny days it offers breathtaking views …

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2.55 km

View of the Tintagel Castle Bridge and Merlin's Cave

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From the footpath you can peer up to the bridge linking The Island with the mainland and gaze down upon Merlin's Cave. There is a carving of Merlin's face on …

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3.32 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.78 km

1.08 km

354 m

106 m

Surfaces

1.13 km

953 m

666 m

547 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (80 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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View of Merlin's Cave – Tintagel Castle Bridge loop from Tintagel

View of Merlin's Cave

Tintagel Castle Bridge

View of the Coast Through a Stone Archway

View of the Cornwall Coast

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View of the Tintagel Castle Bridge and Merlin's Cave

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