Dovercourt Lighthouses – Dovercourt Lighthouses loop from Bradfield

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Dovercourt Lighthouses – Dovercourt Lighthouses loop from Bradfield

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Dovercourt Lighthouses – Dovercourt Lighthouses loop from Bradfield

02:01

34.7km

150m

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

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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15.7 km

View of the North Sea

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There are several benches close to the water.

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15.8 km

Dovercourt Lighthouses

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Early forms of the lighthouse (roughly 1860s) that would have guided ships in Harwich. Restored in the 1980s they're now a local highlight and well worth stopping off at the explore.

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15.8 km

Dovercourt Lighthouses

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These unusual lighthouses were built around the 17th century and are a unique example of the first types of lighthouses dating to Roman and medieval times. The lighthouses would have …

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17.6 km

Built in 1808 to defend Harwich from Napoleonic invasion, Harwich Redoubt is an impressive fort. The circular building measures 180 ft (60 m) in diameter. Today, part of the fort houses a military museum.

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18.3 km

View of the North Sea from Harwich Seafront

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If you still have time before the ferry departs, you can still enjoy a bit of beach and sea here. It's about 15 minutes by bike to the ferry terminal.

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18.5 km

View of the Queen Victoria Statue and the Sea

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Just arrived by ferry and then enjoy the view and the nice breeze

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18.8 km

Dovercourt Park Hill Ramp

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19.2 km

Dovercourt Lighthouses

Highlight • Historical Site

These unusual lighthouses were built around the 17th century and are a unique example of the first types of lighthouses dating to Roman and medieval times. The lighthouses would have …

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34.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.3 km

2.86 km

513 m

Surfaces

33.3 km

1.01 km