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Magpie Viaduct – Gem Bridge loop from Horrabridge

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South West England

Magpie Viaduct – Gem Bridge loop from Horrabridge

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13

hikers

Magpie Viaduct – Gem Bridge loop from Horrabridge

01:25

5.18km

90m

Hiking

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

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

1.24 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

1.57 km

Magpie Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Magpie Viaduct was designed by Brunel and originally built in 1859 from granite and timber, then rebuilt in 1902 in Staffordshire brick.

From here you can also enjoy a raised vantage point for views over Dartmoor.

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3

2.59 km

Gem Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Gem Bridge towers 78 feet (24 m) above the River Walkham, affording wonderful views over the valley below. Until 1965, the original Walkham Viaduct would have stood here. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, it was demolished after the closure of the railway.

It's a wonderful experience to cycle over the bridge, especially in autumn when the trees are painted red.

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4

2.67 km

Drake's Trail: Magpie Viaduct and Bluebell Woods

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is an exciting section of the glorious 21-mile Drake's Trail cycling path that runs through Dartmoor.

You will pass through enchanting forestry featuring seasonal bluebells and over Magpie Viaduct, where you'll be afforded some wonderful birds-eye views of the surrounding landscape.

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B

5.18 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.75 km

1.43 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.26 km

1.11 km

793 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 21 October

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