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Gem Bridge – Grenofen Tunnel loop from Tavistock

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Devon
West Devon
Tavistock

Gem Bridge – Grenofen Tunnel loop from Tavistock

Easy

5.0

(2)

29

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Gem Bridge – Grenofen Tunnel loop from Tavistock

01:28

21.4km

270m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.33 km for 53 m

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3.48 km

Grenofen Tunnel on Drake's Trail

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A network of 21 miles (33 km) cycling and hiking paths, Drake's Trail leads from Tavistock to Plymouth. The Trail passes through quaint countryside, river valleys, peaceful woodland, and vast …

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5.77 km

Gem Bridge

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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 …

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5.85 km

Drake's Trail: Magpie Viaduct and Bluebell Woods

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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, …

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4

8.78 km

View Over Dartmoor Near Drake's Trail

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just off fro the car park, this spectacular view. much easier gravel riding than this morning

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5

14.7 km

Magpie Viaduct

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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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16.5 km

Grenofen Tunnel

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Part of the Drake’s Trail and the Dartmoor Way, this 374-yard (341 m) tunnel was built by Brunel in the mid-1850s for the South Devon & Tavistock Railway. After the …

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16.9 km

Grenofen Tunnel

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Great walk, the footpath from the top of brook lane/Rix hill is not well used, just follow the hedgeline!

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20.8 km

Abbey Bridge and Weir

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This gorgeous 18th-century bridge is one of several in the heart of Tavistock but is perhaps the prettiest. The River Tavy rushes underneath to pass down the weir, creating a …

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21.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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8.85 km

4.49 km

4.27 km

1.74 km

1.74 km

256 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

5.39 km

4.41 km

256 m

140 m

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