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Polperro & Chapel Cliffs loops from Crumplehorn — Cornwall

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Polperro & Chapel Cliffs loops from Crumplehorn — Cornwall

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Polperro & Chapel Cliffs loops from Crumplehorn — Cornwall

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3.95km

50m

Hiking

Explore the picturesque Cornish coast and the charming village of Polperro on this easy 2.5-mile (3.9 km) hiking loop. With only 157 feet (48 metres) of elevation gain, you can complete this route in about 1 hour and 3 minutes, making it perfect for a relaxed outing. You will follow…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Chapel Cliff

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Start point

Bus stop

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810 m

Polperro Cliffside Stairs

Highlight • Viewpoint

A steep set of stairs which help you gain height quickly out of Polperro and up onto the cliffs.

Tip by

1.75 km

Polperro Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

Nestled in a ravine, Polperro is sheltered from much of the adverse weather along this stretch of coastline. Boasting a delightful jumble of fishermans’ cottages, quirky streets and a traditional harbour, it’s a picturesque village that’s great fun to explore.

Tip by

2.24 km

View of Polperro

Highlight • Historical Site

Tucked in the inlet you can see the fishing village of Polperro. Its small museum is well worth a visit to learn more about the smuggling and fishing history of the settlement.

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3.95 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.42 km

1.27 km

916 m

176 m

138 m

Surfaces

2.37 km

692 m

295 m

239 m

233 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 28 May

21°C

12°C

8 %

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Polperro & Chapel Cliffs loops from Crumplehorn — Cornwall

Polperro Cliffside Stairs

Polperro Harbour

View of Polperro

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