 |
 |
|
Cornwall has been an established holiday destination for centuries, popular for its breathtaking views, rugged terrain and multitude of tourist attractions. With the new Cornish Way map, published by Sustrans, the UK's leading sustainable transport charity, and funded by Cornwall County Council, you can explore the best that the county has to offer in a totally healthy and sustainable way.
The 180-mile long Cornish Way*, on Route 3 of the National Cycle Network, incorporates the Camel and Clay Trails which take in most of the must-see tourist attractions in the area. However, you also have the added benefit of being able to explore Cornwall's hidden nooks and crannies including country lanes full of wildflowers and picture postcard coves.
If you are planning a family day out why not try one of these routes:
Marizion to Mousehole on 'The First and Last Trail': a virtually traffic- free ride around the broad sweep of Mount's Bay starting across the causeway from St Michael's Mount, through Penzance, past the fishing boats of Newlyn and descending into the beautiful harbour at Mousehole, with its atmospheric public houses and brightly coloured cottages.
St. Austell and the Eden Project on 'The Clay Trails': new traffic- free routes through the former clay mines make for a wonderful journey to this world famous visitor attraction. You are even rewarded for a great day out, as cyclists are welcomed with a discount on the entry fee!
Bodmin to Padstow on 'The Camel Trail': a journey along one of the most attractive and popular traffic-free routes in the country, the Camel Trail follows a disused railway line from Bodmin (with a signed route from the railway station) through Wadebride and along the Camel Estuary to the popular town of Padstow.
The Cornish Way Cycle Route map is available from the Sustrans online shop at www.sustrans.org.uk or by calling 0845 113 0065, selected bookshops, independent bike shops and branches of Halfords. The map is full-colour, printed on waterproof paper and costs £5.99 + p&p.
|