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Great Ouse Towpath – View of the River Near Ely loop from Ely

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Great Ouse Towpath – View of the River Near Ely loop from Ely

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4.5

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Great Ouse Towpath – View of the River Near Ely loop from Ely

03:37

14.1km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 24, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.72 km

River Great Ouse Riverside View

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A well-maintained path along the river allows you to admire the views offered by the river itself and the moored barges.

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2.77 km

Ely Waterfront on the River Great Ouse

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The canal side at Ely is the River Great Ouse, which flows through the city's waterfront and offers a variety of walks, shops, and attractions.

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3.38 km

Great Ouse Towpath

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4.23 km

Footbridge With Views of Ely Cathedral

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5.76 km

View of the River Near Ely

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The route through little thetford back to Ely can get quite muddy after rain so a good pole would help.

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14.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.24 km

3.66 km

2.90 km

687 m

610 m

Surfaces

4.49 km

3.93 km

3.63 km

1.56 km

355 m

137 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 4 August

26°C

16°C

46 %

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Great Ouse Towpath – View of the River Near Ely loop from Ely

River Great Ouse Riverside View

Ely Waterfront on the River Great Ouse

Great Ouse Towpath

Footbridge With Views of Ely Cathedral

View of the River Near Ely

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