Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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North Devon AONB

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Start point

Train Station

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2.02 km

Tarka Trail: Instow to Fremington

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The Tarka Trail is England's longest traffic free cycling and walking route. It stretches for just over 30 miles from Braunton to Meeth via Barnstaple.

The trail follows a disused …

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26.0 km

Ilfracombe Harbour

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The pretty town of Ilfracombe is perched atop some of Devon's most stunning coast line. Ilfracombe's harbour is several centuries old. Boats ferry passengers to Lundy Island, North Cornwall and …

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26.3 km

Verity Statue

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Damien Hirst’s giant stainless steel and bronze construction of a pregnant woman holding a sword while carrying the scales of justice and standing on a pile of law books.

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67.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.8 km

19.6 km

2.92 km

2.85 km

301 m

153 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.6 km

26.2 km

1.37 km

475 m

Elevation

Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

This route was planned by komoot.

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