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Poldice Valley Mining Ruins – Carnon Viaduct loop from Camborne

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Poldice Valley Mining Ruins – Carnon Viaduct loop from Camborne

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Poldice Valley Mining Ruins – Carnon Viaduct loop from Camborne

03:47

51.1km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 3.82 km for 3 m

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Highlight • Historical Site

This Old Rail & Road Bridge is an amazing part of Engineering work, people just walk, run, bike ride or horse ride under neath this strucktour & dont and notice, a great pity.

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Highlight • River

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