Pendennis Point – View of Gyllyngvase Beach loop from Penmere

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Pendennis Point – View of Gyllyngvase Beach loop from Penmere

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Pendennis Point – View of Gyllyngvase Beach loop from Penmere

02:28

36.5km

560m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.88 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.63 km

Viewpoint

3.76 km

Pendennis Point

Highlight • Castle

Pendennis point provides beautiful views of the coast and is only a very short distance from busy Falmouth.

The name comes the Cornish Pen (Headland) and Dynas (Castle).

Dolphins and …

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5.93 km

View of Gyllyngvase Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

From Cliff Road there are lovely views towards Pennance Point and on to Rosemullion Head.

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7.22 km

Swanpool Beach and Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

Swanpool beach is a sandy cove on the outskirts of Falmouth. Behind the beach is Swanpool Nature Reserve (SSSI), a mix of fresh and sea water that is home to …

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10.2 km

Maenporth Beach

Highlight • Beach

As Maenporth is an east facing beach it is sheltered and with shallow water it is very popular with families. Behind the beach is a wetland, home to a variety …

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13.9 km

Glendurgan Garden

Highlight • Forest

Glendurgan Garden is a subtropical garden and wooded valley leading to the Helford River. The garden is full of native and exotic plants, which thrive in the mild climate and …

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16.2 km

Port Navas Creek

Highlight • River

Port Navas creek is one of 7 creeks which feed into the Helford River (the most famous of the creeks is Frenchman's creek which features in Daphe Du Maurier's novel). …

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25.8 km

What a brilliant cafe just north of Constantine, and right on the West Kernow Way bikepacking route. Expect delicious coffee and generous brunches, catering for all tastes. The breakfast hash and vegan hash both come highly recommended!

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32.6 km

Penjerrick Garden

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a beautiful Cornish sub-tropical garden that is not that well known, located between Budock and Mawnan Smith. There are 15 acres for you to explore, with several ponds …

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36.5 km

End point

Train Station

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