Zeal Monachorum is a tranquil region nestled in the rolling agricultural heartland of Mid Devon. Its landscape features gently undulating hills, meandering rivers like the Yeo, and diverse woodlands, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The area offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and jogging, set against a backdrop of picturesque countryside.
For those seeking things to do in Zeal Monachorum, the region offers around 9 routes across several…
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34
riders
92.7km
04:08
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
riders
52.7km
02:35
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
68.3km
03:14
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
37.9km
01:38
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
hikers
4.82km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.23km
01:43
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.99km
01:56
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
5.18km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
20.2km
02:07
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.06km
00:52
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
16.1km
01:43
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
72.5km
04:41
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
24.6km
01:35
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
16.6km
01:07
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
54.2km
03:30
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Zeal Monachorum offers opportunities for road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and jogging. The region features undulating hills, the River Yeo, and diverse woodlands, providing varied terrain for these activities.
More than 2,000 visitors have explored Zeal Monachorum on komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars, based on over 140 ratings.
Hiking routes in Zeal Monachorum include scenic countryside, riverside, and woodland paths. Options range from easy strolls to more moderate routes with elevation gains, as detailed in guides like Hiking around Zeal Monachorum.
Yes, Zeal Monachorum offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. Specific options can be found in guides such as Easy hikes around Zeal Monachorum.
Zeal Monachorum's undulating terrain presents challenges for road cyclists. The region's quiet lanes connect to broader networks, allowing exploration of the picturesque countryside. Information on routes is available in Road Cycling Routes around Zeal Monachorum.
Touring cyclists can access significant routes like the Dartmoor Way and the Devon Coast to Coast (National Cycle Network Route 27) from Zeal Monachorum. Parts of the Devon Coast to Coast are traffic-free. Further details are in Cycling around Zeal Monachorum.
The area features the meandering River Yeo, diverse woodlands like Eggesford Forest and Doe's Wood, and views of Dartmoor National Park. Tuckingmill Bridge, a Grade-II listed stone bridge, is also a notable landmark.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes around Zeal Monachorum, Hiking around Zeal Monachorum, and Cycling around Zeal Monachorum. There are also guides for easy hikes and running trails.
Yes, Zeal Monachorum offers running loops ranging from easy (up to 3 miles or 4.8 km) to hard (more than 10 miles or 16 km with over 1,000 feet or 300 meters of elevation). These are mostly on paved surfaces. More information is available in Running Trails around Zeal Monachorum.
Information about the village and local governance can be found on the Zeal Monachorum Parish Council website. A community website, "Zeal Monachorum Online," also provides local information at zeal-monachorum.co.uk.

