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View of Dover Castle – View of Dover Castle loop from Dover Priory

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View of Dover Castle – View of Dover Castle loop from Dover Priory

Moderate

4.8

(11)

109

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View of Dover Castle – View of Dover Castle loop from Dover Priory

01:52

28.8km

340m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Train Station

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2.08 km

Dover Castle

Highlight • Castle

High atop the iconic White Cliffs of Dover sits the most iconic of all English fortresses

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2.35 km

View of Dover Castle

Highlight • Castle

View at Constables Gate from Constables Road.
You can also access the castle via Constables Gate. Bikes may be parked at the dontainer level.

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3.81 km

View of Dover Castle and the White Cliffs of Dover

Highlight • Viewpoint

The White Cliffs of Dover are an iconic natural feature of the English coast, overlooking the Dover Channel and France. These majestic cliffs, which reach a height of 350 feet (110 metres), have a striking appearance due to their composition of chalk with accents of black flint, deposited during the Late Cretaceous period.

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4.78 km

National Cycle Route 1 Trail Marker and View of Dover Harbour

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National Cycle Route 1 is a stunning cycle route that starts in Dover and stretches to Tain in Scotland. Part of the UK National Cycle Network, the route covers approximately 2,034 kilometres (1,264 miles) and offers a mix of traffic-free paths and quiet roads. Along the route you can enjoy stunning views, including the famous White Cliffs of Dover, and historic landmarks such as Canterbury Cathedral and Lindisfarne Castle. The route is ideal for both long-distance cyclists and those who want to explore shorter sections, with plenty of train stations along the way for easy access.

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5.02 km

View of Dover Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

@Rombea your posted pictures were taken at the castle and not at all at the place of the highlight.

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8.58 km

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A great route heading towards Kingsdown, as it downhill all the way.

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14.7 km

Walmer Castle

Highlight • Monument

Walmer Castle is an artillery fort originally built by Henry VIII in Walmer, Kent, between 1539 and 1540. It was part of the King's Device program to protect against invasions from France and the Holy Roman Empire, defending the strategically important Downs anchorage off the English coast. Walmer Castle later became the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports and was gradually transformed from a military fortress into a private residence. Inside the castle there are new areas to explore, opening to the public for the first time in 2024. Discover the Lord Warden's private chambers and see where the Queen Mother stayed during her visits. The grounds include the Queen Mother's Garden, designed by Penelope Hobhouse as a 95th birthday present for Elizabeth in 1997.

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28.8 km

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Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

10.1 km

4.42 km

1.75 km

422 m

377 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.0 km

396 m

175 m

136 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (120 m)

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Monday 24 August

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View of Dover Castle – View of Dover Castle loop from Dover Priory

Dover Castle

View of Dover Castle

View of Dover Castle and the White Cliffs of Dover

National Cycle Route 1 Trail Marker and View of Dover Harbour

View of Dover Castle

Climb From St Margaret's Bay to Kent Downs

Walmer Castle

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