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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

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A circumnavigation of Bassenthwaite Water from Keswick — Lake District National Park

02:17

33.2km

440m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 24, 2025

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

3.28 km

Derwentwater

Highlight • Lake

One of the most scenic corners of the Lake District, Derwentwater, also known as Keswick's Lake, is known for its changing moody landscapes: from dramatic southerly gales to calm early …

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2

16.0 km

Bassenthwaite Lake Station Café

Highlight • Cafe

Set in a renovated station with a full size replica steam train, Bassenthwaite Lake Station cafe also serves good coffee, with bike-friendly outdoor seating Open every day 9-5.

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3

17.8 km

Bassenthwaite Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the many stunning lakes in the Lake District, Bassenthwaite stretches for 4 miles (6.4 km) amongst the hills. There are no major settlements on the lake, instead you …

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B

33.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.3 km

5.92 km

3.04 km

1.77 km

1.18 km

862 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.4 km

11.1 km

2.56 km

1.09 km

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Friday 23 October

13°C

3°C

98 %

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