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The South Downs National Park is a paradise for cyclists, offering hundreds of miles of off-road cycle routes in a beautiful, rural setting. There are lots of route options for cycling the South Downs, the most notable of these are the South Downs Way, around 100 miles stretching from Winchester to Eastbourne and the Downs Link, stretching some 36 miles and connecting the North Downs from Guildford to the South Downs, finishing in Shoreham-by-Sea.

South Downs Way Cycling Itineraries

We’ve put together some suggested itineraries to helps you plan your south downs cycling trip. You can cycle the South Downs Way in either direction, heading east from Winchester to Eastbourne or vice-versa, but you don’t need to be cycling the whole of the South Downs Way to enjoy these itineraries. We tell you how many miles each leg is and what the highlights are along the way, so you can pick and choose your favourites.

Here’s a brief description of the itineraries but if you click ‘More Information’ you’ll find out full details of the itinerary so you can learn about the highlights of each sector and what to look out for. Visit the destination guides to learn more about the towns and villages along the route