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Northern Loop

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Guernsey

Northern Loop

Easy

4.4

(5)

riders

Northern Loop

01:33

25.9km

140m

Cycling

This scenic loop explores its contrasting southern and northern coastlines. The route is mostly flat except for one notable climb as you cross the island’s central landscape.

Beginning at the picturesque Bordeaux Beach, you’ll follow quiet lanes around the island's northern coastline before joining the scenic coastal road into St…

by Visit Guernsey

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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10.4 km

Saumarez Park

Highlight • Natural

Nice for a stroll, especially the lakeside Japanese tea house. There is a lot on offer for children here! By the way, you can even walk down to the north …

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11.8 km

Le Guet Watchhouse and Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Mediterranean pine park is unique on Guernsey! Here you will find swing ropes for children, a lookout tower that wants to be climbed and numerous picnic spots. Blackberries abound here in August.

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12.9 km

Cobo Bay

Highlight • Beach

Here one dream beach follows the next, this is Cobo Bay. There are plenty of restaurants and snack bars right on the street that runs along it. Numerous buses also stop here.

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14.4 km

Port Soif Bay

Highlight • Beach

This little bay is sheltered and almost hidden from the road. It is quiet and lovely for sunbathing & swimming. A small cafe is nearby too.

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17.3 km

Restored and accessible loop-holed tower built in the 19th Century to defend the island against the threat of a French invasion. This tower has been wonderfully maintained and is complete with replica cannons.

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20.5 km

Pembroke Bay

Highlight • Beach

Together with neighbouring L'Ancresse Bay, it forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach in Guernsey.

The beach's clear and shallow water, along with its gently sloping shoreline makes it ideal for swimming and paddling,

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25.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

7.16 km

4.53 km

2.45 km

717 m

188 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.9 km

2.26 km

945 m

510 m

301 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Saturday 5 September

23°C

15°C

19 %

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July 23, 2026

This scenic loop explores its contrasting southern and northern coastlines. The route is mostly flat except for one notable climb as you cross the island’s central landscape. 
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Beginning at the picturesque Bordeaux Beach, you’ll follow quiet lanes around the island's northern coastline before joining the

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Saumarez Park

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Port Soif Bay

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