Swanwick is a region characterized by a diverse landscape that supports a variety of outdoor activities. It features a blend of historical waterways, ancient woodlands, and open countryside, providing varied terrain for exploration. The area includes notable natural features such as tranquil lakes, river valleys, and elevated viewpoints, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more. This varied topography offers different experiences for outdoor enthusiasts.
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4.3
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Average rating
1010
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5.0
(1)
3
riders
40.7km
02:50
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(6)
32
riders
33.5km
02:03
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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55
riders
46.7km
02:53
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
riders
87.2km
05:25
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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32
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
6.68km
01:46
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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13
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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45
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
8.18km
00:52
100m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
runners
4.33km
00:27
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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32
riders
44.1km
03:08
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
81.7km
05:48
770m
770m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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21
riders
36.1km
02:20
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
42.5km
02:55
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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27
riders
28.4km
01:50
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
32.5km
02:00
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
111km
06:40
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
13
riders
59.6km
03:38
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
37.6km
02:00
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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10
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25.6km
01:25
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
28.2km
01:28
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
25.1km
01:16
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Swanwick offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features over 40 routes across these sports. More than 41,000 visitors have explored routes in Swanwick.
Notable hiking locations include Shining Cliff Wood, an ancient woodland with a circular waymarked trail, and Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve, which offers over 2 miles of paths. The Derwent Valley Heritage Way also provides hiking opportunities. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Swanwick guide.
Yes, Swanwick offers trails suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous walks. Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve has over 1 mile of surfaced, mostly flat paths. The Cromford Canal towpath is also a historical trail suitable for all abilities. An Easy hikes around Swanwick guide is available.
Swanwick provides diverse cycling options, including touring, mountain, gravel, and road cycling. The Cromford Canal towpath is a scenic route, and gravel biking is popular on trails like the Five Pits Trail and Teversal Trail. Explore options in the Cycling around Swanwick guide.
Yes, Swanwick offers mountain biking opportunities on undulating gravel tracks and former colliery sites. The region's diverse terrain caters to various skill levels. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Swanwick guide.
Swanwick features diverse natural landscapes. Highlights include Shining Cliff Wood with its ancient yew tree, Alport Heights Summit offering extensive views, and Wyver Lane Nature Reserve known for birdwatching. Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve boasts woodlands, lakes, and meadows with abundant wildlife.
Yes, Swanwick is home to Wyver Lane Nature Reserve, an important wetland site for birdwatching, and Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve, a former industrial site transformed into an oasis of woodland, lakes, and meadows. These reserves support a variety of wildlife.
Routes in Swanwick have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 4,000 users who have completed tours in the region. Over 41,000 visitors have explored the area.
Komoot offers several guides for Swanwick, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Swanwick, Cycling around Swanwick, and Gravel biking around Swanwick. Guides for easy hikes, MTB trails, road cycling, and running are also available.
Swanwick in Derbyshire has a significant mining heritage and is part of the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Cromford Canal towpath is a historical trail. Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve also shows remnants of its industrial and agricultural past.
There are 41 routes available in the Swanwick region on komoot. These routes cater to various outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and jogging. The routes have been explored by more than 41,000 visitors.
Alport Heights Summit provides extensive views of the local area. This high point is accessible via a gravel path, making it a rewarding destination for cyclists and hikers. Other elevated sections of trails may also offer scenic vistas.

