Fowey Harbour – Fowey Harbour loop from Carlyon

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Fowey Harbour – Fowey Harbour loop from Carlyon

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Fowey Harbour – Fowey Harbour loop from Carlyon

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20.1km

330m

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 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.5 km for 60 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.97 km

Par Beach Nature Reserve Lake

Highlight • Natural Monument

Just behind Par beach is a small wetland. A few chalets from Par Sands Holiday Park look out across the lake which must make for a beautiful view at sunrise & sunset.

In years gone past it was a model boating lake but now a tranquil nature reserve.

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10.3 km

Fowey Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

Fowey is a traditional town located at the mouth of the river Fowey. The Coast Path leads from Fowey to the Gribbin Tower at the Polperro Herritage Coast. The town has been in existence since before 1300; the estuary of the River Fowey forms a natural harbour which enabled the town to become an important trading centre. Privateers also made use of the sheltered harbour. The Lostwithiel and Fowey Railway brought China clay here for export too.

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10.4 km

St Fimbarrus Church, Fowey

Highlight • Religious Site

The church bells still ring every 15mins throughout the day and night so take some earplugs if you are staying nearby and want a decent nights sleep. Lovely church though…

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10.5 km

The Ship Inn, Fowey

Highlight • Pub

10.5 km

Fowey Waterfront

Highlight • Settlement

Whole ride great. Except the Single track from Golant cross roads to the top of Penventinue. Unless it’s emtb you will struggle. Steep, muddy, overgrown and slippy. It’s a challenge!
Counted 23 hills of 10 to 15% plus. It’s hilly, excellent short trainer. Not sure if it was fun🤔.

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10.8 km

Fowey Harbour

Highlight • River

On the south coast of Cornwall lies Fowey, a small British town that is a popular day trip and holiday destination. It stretches a mile along the steep hills along the west bank of the River Fowey to its mouth in the English Channel. As a result of the numerous wars waged by King Edward I of England towards the end of the 13th century, the traditional Cinque Ports in south-east England were increasingly the target of enemy raids. That is why the ports in south-west England gained in importance, especially as they were also more favorable for trade with Gascony, which at that time belonged to England. Among the ports that thrived around this time was Fowey, which not only became a major trading port but also served as a base for numerous military expeditions. Today Fowey is an important seaport.
The mouths of the River Fowey and the Pont Pill form a protected natural deep water harbor accessible in all weather and tidal conditions. The port is home to around 1500 boats and is a popular sailing destination. Annually in August, the week-long Fowey Royal Regatta takes place, one of the most famous sailing events in Great Britain. Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and Queen have already taken part in the regatta
Elizabeth II.

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