Colchester to Harwich
24.9 miles (40 km)
This route follows National Cycle Route 51 to the Essex coast. The route starts in Colchester by the tourist information centre and heads to Wivenhoe along the River Colne. The route then proceeds to Harwich along country roads. The final pleasant off road stretch takes you through the town of Dovercourt on the Harwich coast before finishing by Harwich pier.