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Fowey Harbour – Bodinnick Ferry loop from St Austell

Fowey Harbour – Bodinnick Ferry loop from St Austell

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Fowey Harbour – Bodinnick Ferry loop from St Austell

01:53

38.5km

530m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.3 km for 60 m

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Start point

Train Station

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16.8 km

View of Fowey

Highlight • Settlement

Best view after a short descent from the forest right along the coast :-)

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18.6 km

Viewpoint

19.3 km

Whole ride great. Except the Single track from Golant cross roads to the top of Penventinue. Unless it’s emtb you will struggle. Steep, muddy, overgrown and slippy. It’s a challenge!
Counted 23 hills of 10 to 15% plus. It’s hilly, excellent short trainer. Not sure if it was fun🤔.

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19.6 km

Fowey Harbour

Highlight • River

On the south coast of Cornwall lies Fowey, a small British town that is a popular day trip and holiday destination. It stretches a mile along the steep hills along the west bank of the River Fowey to its mouth in the English Channel. As a result of the numerous wars waged by King Edward I of England towards the end of the 13th century, the traditional Cinque Ports in south-east England were increasingly the target of enemy raids. That is why the ports in south-west England gained in importance, especially as they were also more favorable for trade with Gascony, which at that time belonged to England. Among the ports that thrived around this time was Fowey, which not only became a major trading port but also served as a base for numerous military expeditions. Today Fowey is an important seaport.
The mouths of the River Fowey and the Pont Pill form a protected natural deep water harbor accessible in all weather and tidal conditions. The port is home to around 1500 boats and is a popular sailing destination. Annually in August, the week-long Fowey Royal Regatta takes place, one of the most famous sailing events in Great Britain. Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and Queen have already taken part in the regatta
Elizabeth II.

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20.5 km

Bodinnick Ferry

Highlight • Structure

The Bodinnick Ferry takes pedestrians, bikes and cars across the Fowey Estuary. It is open for pedestrians every day except Christmas Day.

The journey is only a few minutes long, but even in this short time you can take in wonderful views up and down river.
For further information and ferry prices see their website ctomsandson.co.uk/bodinnick-ferry

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