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Whitby

Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Whitby

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Scarborough

Whitby

Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Whitby

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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Whitby

02:16

41.3km

560m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.74 km for 64 m

After 22.2 km for 113 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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948 m

Whitby Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Whitby is a traditional seaside town that is dearly loved by young and old alike. With a glorious golden beach, quirky cobbled streets that wind enticingly through old taverns and …

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1.09 km

Hadley's Fish and Chips

Highlight • Restaurant

When you visit Whitby, you have to get some Fish & Chips. Hadley's is renowned for being one of the best. While it may not be as historic as certain …

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1.45 km

199 Steps, Whitby

Highlight • Historical Site

Climbing the 199 Steps in Whitby is a legendary thing to do. The challenge might get you puffing a little, but it is worth it as you are treated to …

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1.77 km

Captain Cook Memorial Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The museum is in the 17th-century house where the young James Cook lodged as apprentice. It was here that Cook trained as a seaman and acquired those maritime skills which …

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4.52 km

View of Whitby Abbey

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you descend down Hawsker Lane, there is a great view of Whitby Abbey. An iconic landmark on the North Sea coast.

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19.0 km

earthworks

Archaeological Site

19.8 km

View of Robin Hood's Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here there is a fantastic view to the east of Robin Hood's Bay. A nice spot to take a breather and appreciate the view if you have just climbed …

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22.5 km

Robin Hood's Bay Village

Highlight • Historical Site

The village, which consists of a maze of tiny streets, has a tradition of smuggling. Robin Hood’s Bay is reputed to have a network of subterranean passageways linking the houses. …

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40.0 km

Cinder Track Gateway

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We just cycled this track from Whitby to Robin Hood Bay (and back).

The track is a lovely ride, away from traffic and close to nature. The surface is a …

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41.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.6 km

5.22 km

1.25 km

1.14 km

442 m

409 m

333 m

Surfaces

38.5 km

1.42 km

558 m

301 m

300 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 2 September

21°C

13°C

81 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Whitby

Whitby Harbour

Hadley's Fish and Chips

199 Steps, Whitby

Captain Cook Memorial Museum

View of Whitby Abbey

View of Robin Hood's Bay

Robin Hood's Bay Village

Cinder Track Gateway

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