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Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge self-guided walking route
Overview
City, river and woodland walk. A great walk through Bristol's docks, along the Avon Gorge, through a woodland nature reserve, under and over the Clifton Suspension Bridge and back through city streets and parks.
About the walk
Walk details
Distance: 8.2 miles (13.2km)
Ascent: 200m (656ft)
Time: Allow 3h 30m to 5h 45m
Rating: 36 (moderate) - Longer walks, requiring a morning or afternoon
Start/finish: YHA Bristol
Prepare for your walk
To help you get ready for your walk, we've produced some resources so you can develop your walking skills, decide what you need to take and stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
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