Redbourne, a region in Hertfordshire, England, features a landscape of gentle rolling hills, expansive open fields, and serene woodlands. The area is characterized by the River Ver, a chalk stream that creates pleasant riverside paths through the Ver Valley, and Redbourn Common, which offers vast grasslands. Its proximity to the Chiltern Hills provides additional undulating terrain. This varied geography makes Redbourne suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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4.82km
01:16
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.84km
01:13
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:59
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
02:33
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59
riders
73.2km
03:00
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.3km
01:47
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140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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77.4km
03:13
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51.2km
03:00
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.7km
02:05
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120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.1km
01:14
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.5km
01:26
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110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
runners
6.17km
00:38
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10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.34km
00:33
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.46km
00:43
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10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.67km
00:48
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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19.0km
01:31
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.1km
02:38
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.0km
01:54
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.6km
01:35
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Redbourne offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features rolling hills, open fields, and woodlands, providing diverse terrain for exploration. More than 4,000 visitors have shared experiences in Redbourne.
Redbourne is well-suited for road cycling, with numerous routes traversing quiet country lanes. It lies on National Cycle Route 57, and routes extend into the Chilterns and towards Dunstable Downs. For more information, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Redbourne guide.
Hikers can find a wide array of routes around Redbourne, including the Redbournbury Walk and sections of the Ver Valley Walk and Hertfordshire Way. These trails explore scenic countryside, riverside paths, and historic sites. The Hiking around Redbourne guide provides further details.
Mountain bikers can explore a network of farm tracks, woodland trails, and paths across open commons in Redbourne. While dedicated mountain biking trails are found in nearby Chiltern Hills, the immediate surroundings offer suitable mixed-terrain riding. Consult the MTB Trails around Redbourne guide for routes.
The Nickey Line offers a gentle, traffic-free path suitable for family cycling, connecting Redbourne to Harpenden and Hemel Hempstead. Other quiet country lanes also provide options for less strenuous rides. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the cycling guides for the region.
Notable natural features include the River Ver, a chalk stream with pleasant riverside paths, and Redbourn Common, offering vast grasslands. The Redbournbury Mill and Bluebell Woods at Knott Wood are also points of interest. The region's proximity to the Chiltern Hills provides scenic vistas.
Redbourne has attracted more than 4,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 stars, based on 221 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Redbourne, including Road Cycling Routes around Redbourne, Hiking around Redbourne, and MTB Trails around Redbourne. Additional guides cover touring cycling, easy hikes, and running trails.
Redbourn Common serves as a focal point and starting point for many local activities, often providing parking options. Specific parking details for various trailheads are typically included in route descriptions or local guides. Public transport links are also available for cyclists.
The Hertfordshire countryside around Redbourne is generally accessible for cycling throughout much of the year. Spring and autumn offer pleasant conditions with moderate temperatures and varied scenery. Specific seasonal considerations for routes can be found in detailed guides.
Redbourne is suitable for touring cyclists, with routes utilizing quiet country lanes and connecting to other areas via National Cycle Route 57. The Cycling around Redbourne guide provides routes relevant to touring.
The official online presence for Redbourne is the Redbourn Parish Council website. Information can be found at redbourn.org.uk or redbournparishcouncil.gov.uk.
The Redbourn Parish Council can be contacted by phone at 01582 794832 for inquiries regarding the area.

