Beachy Head and Horam loop from Lewes – South Downs National Park

Beachy Head and Horam loop from Lewes – South Downs National Park

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Beachy Head and Horam loop from Lewes – South Downs National Park

04:26

95.0km

950m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2024

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 11.4 km for 47 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Highlight (Segment) • Natural

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View of the Cuckmere River and Exceat

Highlight • Climb

So scenic when you look over to your right of the meandering Cuckmere River meeting the sea. Can get pretty windy around here!

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Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters Cliffs

Highlight • Natural Monument

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Highlight • Cycleway

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View of Eastbourne and the Sunshine Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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