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East Of England

Colchester Castle – River Colne Riverside Path loop from Colchester

Bike touring routes & trails

East Of England

Colchester Castle – River Colne Riverside Path loop from Colchester

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4.0

(2)

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Colchester Castle – River Colne Riverside Path loop from Colchester

01:35

24.0km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17 m for 14 m

After 24.0 km for 14 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.72 km

Colchester Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Built towards the end of the 11th century, Colchester Castle is a Norman castle with a unique keep. The castle witnessed various battles including a three-month siege in 1216. By …

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2

2.07 km

Riverside Picnic Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

2.42 km

Tommies' Wood

Forest

4

6.18 km

River Colne Riverside Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The River Colne flows through Colchester and the Essex countryside on its way to the sea. There's a nice riverside path which is great for cycling. The river runs 39 miles (62 km) in total.

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5

9.53 km

The Black Buoy Pub, Wivenhoe

Highlight • Restaurant

good community pub for a refreshment stop before/after The Wivenhoe Trail

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6

9.60 km

Wivenhoe Café & Gallery

Highlight • Cafe

Delicious homemade pastries

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7

9.60 km

High Street Climb

Highlight • Other

14.8 km

Gravel Pit Grove

Forest

B

24.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.65 km

6.97 km

5.67 km

3.23 km

242 m

136 m

101 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

5.01 km

4.31 km

585 m

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Friday 26 June

29°C

20°C

64 %

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