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View of Merlin's Cave – Tintagel Castle Bridge loop from Tintagel

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View of Merlin's Cave – Tintagel Castle Bridge loop from Tintagel

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View of Merlin's Cave – Tintagel Castle Bridge loop from Tintagel

01:00

3.35km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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955 m

View of Merlin's Cave

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the rock you have great views of the coast.

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1.12 km

To access both halves of the ruins of Tintagel Castle, which sits on its own tiny peninsula as well as on the Cornish mainland, you'll need to cross on this modern steel bridge, which is an adventure all of its own.

This bridge is also a great spot to get photos of the castle and the coastline, as long as you don't have a fear of heights! Access to the bridge is included when you buy a ticket to visit the castle, which is worth doing if you want to find out if King Arthur really did call this corner of Cornwall home...

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1.23 km

View of the Coast Through a Stone Archway

Highlight • Viewpoint

A photo opportunity if there ever was one..

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1.25 km

View of the Cornwall Coast

Highlight • Natural Monument

1.36 km

View of King Arthur Statue, Tintagel

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful view on the coastal side

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1.72 km

Gallos Statue at Tintagel Castle

Highlight • Monument

This can be found in the ruins of the castle up behind the tourist block. It requires a climb up the hill and this section can be accessed for free.

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2.03 km

Tintagel Castle and Merlin's Cave

Highlight • Castle

The medieval fortification has been linked to Arthurian legends since Geoffrey of Monmouth mentioned it as the place of Arthur's conception. Best viewed on sunny days it offers breathtaking views onto the craggy coast. The climbs are steep, so bring a bit of stamina.

For opening times of the café, exhibitions, further details and admission fees see here: english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/tintagel-castle

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2.58 km

View of the Tintagel Castle Bridge and Merlin's Cave

Highlight • Cave

From the footpath you can peer up to the bridge linking The Island with the mainland and gaze down upon Merlin's Cave. There is a carving of Merlin's face on the left of the entrance. Legend has it that Merlin carried the baby King Arthur through the cave to safety. It goes completely through Tintagel Island to West Cove on the other side.

You can visit Merlin's Cave, which is accessible at low tide, for free by descending a small path just before the castle ticket office. Please check tide times carefully if you enter the cave!

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3.35 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.75 km

1.11 km

337 m

119 m

Surfaces

1.15 km

1.02 km

609 m

504 m

< 100 m

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View of Merlin's Cave – Tintagel Castle Bridge loop from Tintagel

View of Merlin's Cave

Tintagel Castle Bridge

View of the Coast Through a Stone Archway

View of the Cornwall Coast

View of King Arthur Statue, Tintagel

Gallos Statue at Tintagel Castle

Tintagel Castle and Merlin's Cave

View of the Tintagel Castle Bridge and Merlin's Cave

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