Boscombe Pier – View of Bournemouth Pier loop from Bournemouth

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Boscombe Pier – View of Bournemouth Pier loop from Bournemouth

Easy

4.5

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165

riders

Boscombe Pier – View of Bournemouth Pier loop from Bournemouth

00:56

15.8km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 6.70 km for 146 m

Dismount required: • July-August: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (otherwise open)

After 7.01 km for 3.83 km

Dismount required: • July-August: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Sobo Beach

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Lovely quieter area of the seafront. If cycling through and fancy a break. Drop down to the front and visit Sobo Beach. refuel on great food and take in the atmosphere before heading off. I highly recommend this .

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Boscombe Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice place, less crowded than the one in Bournemouth.

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13.0 km

Bournemouth Pier Beach

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Out of season is better as it can get very busy down here

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View of Bournemouth Pier

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A pier has existed in Bournemouth since 1856, when a wooden jetty was constructed over the sea. Over the 19th century, the structure was slowly improved and extended. By 1905, …

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