Abbey Dore, a region in Herefordshire's Golden Valley, features a landscape of rolling hills, woodlands, and riverside paths along the River Dore. This tranquil setting provides varied terrain, from gentle valleys to areas offering views towards the Black Mountains. The area is well-suited for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, with its network of paths and quiet rural roads. Its natural features, including ancient paths and apple orchards, contribute to a diverse outdoor experience.
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riders
24.7km
01:43
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

32.9km
02:30
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.8km
01:47
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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45.2km
02:44
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
riders
67.7km
03:29
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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69.2km
03:10
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.2km
02:28
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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81.1km
04:01
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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17
hikers
11.9km
03:24
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
9.08km
02:40
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
02:52
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
11.0km
01:11
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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13.3km
01:28
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.77km
01:01
90m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.50km
00:35
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
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20.2km
01:21
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.8km
02:25
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.2km
01:24
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Abbey Dore offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Touring cycling. The region features varied terrain suitable for different activity levels, from gentle riverside paths to rolling hills and woodlands.
Abbey Dore is situated in Herefordshire's Golden Valley, characterized by rolling hills, woodlands, and picturesque riverside paths along the River Dore. The area also features apple orchards and offers views towards the foothills of the Black Mountains.
Komoot provides several guides for hiking in the region. These include Hiking around Abbey Dore, which covers various trails. There are also options for less strenuous walks.
Yes, Abbey Dore offers routes suitable for easier walks. The guide Easy hikes around Abbey Dore provides specific trails for those seeking less challenging terrain. Many paths follow the River Dore or traverse gentle woodlands.
Road cyclists can explore the region's quiet rural roads and rolling hills. Komoot offers a dedicated guide, Road Cycling Routes around Abbey Dore, detailing various routes for different distances and elevations.
Abbey Dore's woodlands and varied terrain provide opportunities for mountain biking. The guide MTB Trails around Abbey Dore lists routes suitable for mountain cyclists in the area.
The extensive network of paths and quiet roads in Abbey Dore is suitable for jogging. The guide Running Trails around Abbey Dore provides specific routes for runners.
A significant historical landmark in the region is Dore Abbey, a 12th-century Cistercian abbey. The area also features ancient paths, including sections of the Golden Valley Pilgrim Way, which connect sacred sites and ruined castles.
Abbey Dore is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars, based on over 600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Abbey Dore, including Hiking around Abbey Dore, Road Cycling Routes around Abbey Dore, MTB Trails around Abbey Dore, Running Trails around Abbey Dore, Cycling around Abbey Dore, and Easy hikes around Abbey Dore.
The official website for Dore Abbey, a prominent landmark in the region, is doreabbey.org.uk. This site provides information specific to the abbey itself.
The contact number for Dore Abbey is +44 1981 570264. This number is specifically for inquiries related to the abbey.

