Exe Valley Ride
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Exeter City Centre to Exminster
Type: Traffic-free riverside path
Access: Exeter Central, St David's and St Thomas railway stations
Surface: Mostly tarmac
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The Exe Cycle Route is part of the developing network of cycle routes in Exeter, one of England's oldest cities. It has a Norman cathedral begun in 1112 and an attractive university campus.
The route follows the western bank of the River Exe from Exwick, linking to the City Centre by way of the new purpose-built Miller's Crossing Bridge. It then continues southwards through Exeter's historic and attractive Quay, and then through the Riverside Valley Park between the Exeter Canal and the river to the village of Exminster.
The route is fairly flat and takes in some fantastic views along the River Exe and Exe Estuary, a beautiful wildlife reserve. Surrounding the estuary are marshes, which provide a year-round haven for thousands of birds and are looked after by the RSPB.
Download a route description sheet.
Local attractions:
- Exeter Cathedral
- Northernhay Gardens, Exeter
- Old Sludge Beds Nature Reserve
- Exe Estuary RSPB Reserve
- Powderham Castle
Bike hire:
- Saddles and Paddles, Exeter