Little Rissington is a region located within the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, England, known for its rural, unspoiled character. The landscape features rolling countryside, gentle hills, traditional Cotswold stone walls, and meandering waterways like the River Windrush. This varied terrain provides a setting for several outdoor sports like jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Little Rissington offers a range of outdoor activities for those exploring the Cotswolds. The area features more than…
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7.36km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.0km
01:10
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.7km
03:35
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110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
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24.3km
01:15
230m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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58.9km
02:53
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.0km
02:24
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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40.8km
02:46
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Little Rissington offers a variety of outdoor activities including Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports, catering to different interests and skill levels.
Little Rissington is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 32,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from over 5,500 ratings, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, Little Rissington provides several jogging routes through its quiet lanes and footpaths, offering serene environments. A dedicated guide, Running Trails around Little Rissington, details specific options.
Little Rissington is well-regarded for its cycling, offering routes for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. These routes traverse rolling countryside with gentle hills and quiet lanes. Guides like Cycling around Little Rissington provide detailed information.
The area around Little Rissington includes mixed paved and unpaved surfaces with varied elevation gains suitable for mountain biking. Information on specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Little Rissington guide.
Little Rissington offers various hiking routes that explore woodlands, quiet villages, and scenic countryside. There are options for different skill levels, including easy hikes. Refer to the Hiking around Little Rissington guide for details.
The region's gentle hills and quiet lanes make it suitable for family-friendly outdoor activities. Many routes are designed to be accessible, including easy hikes and touring cycling options. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the various sport guides.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy views over fields to the vale below, particularly towards Bourton-on-the-Water, from elevated spots. The landscape features traditional Cotswold stone walls, hedgerows, and the River Windrush. Passing through charming villages like Lower and Upper Slaughter is also a highlight.
Komoot offers several guides for Little Rissington, covering various sports. These include guides for Running Trails, Cycling, MTB Trails, and Hiking.
While specific parking locations for individual trails are not detailed, Little Rissington is a small village within the Cotswolds. Visitors typically find parking in or near the village to access the surrounding network of lanes and footpaths.
For local community matters and general information about Little Rissington, the Parish Council can be contacted. Their official website is littlerissington-pc.gov.uk, and the phone number is 07736 706805.
The terrain in Little Rissington is characterized by rolling countryside and gentle hills, typical of the Cotswolds. It includes a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces, with some climbs offering an average gradient of 5% and a maximum of 12%.

