Salterns Way Cycle Path – Chichester Marina loop from Chichester

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Salterns Way Cycle Path – Chichester Marina loop from Chichester

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Salterns Way Cycle Path – Chichester Marina loop from Chichester

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39.4km

60m

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: August 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.32 km for 289 m

After 32.0 km for 85 m

After 32.4 km for 225 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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354 m

Chichester Canal Basin

Highlight • River

Restoration projects around the Chichester Ship Canal mean that the Canal Basin is becoming increasingly popular. You can take boat trips from here along the canal, or join the many …

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2.10 km

Centurion Way

Highlight • Trail

This cycle and walking route follows the line of the old Chichester to Midhurst Railway line as far as West Dean. There are plans to extend it further, to link up with the South Downs Way.

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5.60 km

Salterns Way Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stretching from the city of Chichester to the seafront at East Head, the Salterns Way is on quiet country lanes and cycle paths. To ride it in full is a …

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8.31 km

Chichester Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Chichester Marina is wonderfully scenic, encapsulating the boating beauty of the south coast of England. The Boathouse Cafe sits on the waterside if you're looking to refuel in a tranquil setting.

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31.7 km

Birdham Pool Marina

Highlight • Structure

Worth a quick detour from the Salterns Way.

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32.1 km

Salterns Lock

Highlight • Structure

This lock is between Chichester Harbour and the Portsmouth to Arundel Canal

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32.3 km

Waterfront View at Chichester Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

33.3 km

View of Farmland Along Salterns Way

Highlight • Cycleway

This segment of the Salterns Way links the centre of Chichester to the marina, traversing the Chichester Harbour National Landscape area. Along the flat cycleway you can enjoy scenic views of farmland fields and occasional glimpses of the sea.

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