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South East England

The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Dover Priory

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South East England

The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Dover Priory

Moderate

4.8

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The White Cliffs of Dover – South Foreland Lighthouse loop from Dover Priory

04:53

16.7km

440m

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: April 16, 2026

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.03 km

View of Dover Port, White Cliffs, and Dover Castle

Highlight • Beach

With the White Cliffs, the busy port, the English Channel and all manner of other interesting things, this part of Dover is quite extraordinary. Peeking out above the cliffs is …

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1.79 km

Beach

Beach

3

3.76 km

Viewpoint Over the White Cliffs of Dover

Highlight • Viewpoint

Made world famous by Vera Lynn in 1942, this is one of the most iconic views of these beautiful cliffs. Towering up to 361 feet (110 m) over the English …

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4

3.85 km

White Cliffs of Dover Coastal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Here you can also discover the rare plants on the chalk cliffs.

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5

5.63 km

The White Cliffs of Dover

Highlight • Natural Monument

The White cliffs of Dover are one of the most famous English landmarks, and can be viewed by everyone reaching Britain's mainland via the English Channel. The visitor centre (open …

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6

6.42 km

South Foreland Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Starting in 1635 as a couple of iron braziers to hold fires, this site has been used to protect sailors from Goodwin Sands for nearly 400 years. As one of …

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7

7.52 km

View of the White Cliffs of Dover

Highlight • Natural Monument

Get to know the chalk coast near Dover through the English Coast Path... a highlight in England.

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8

8.40 km

The White Cliffs of Dover

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view over the cliffs.

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9

8.65 km

St Margaret's Bay Beach and White Cliffs

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No sandy beach, but at low tide you can get to the chalk cliffs from below.

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12.4 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

B

16.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.03 km

4.22 km

2.80 km

2.26 km

441 m

Surfaces

4.97 km

4.17 km

4.05 km

2.44 km

853 m

266 m

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