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Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

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United Kingdom
England
South East England
Kent

Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

Easy

4.8

(5)

17

hikers

Dover Castle – Great Tower of Dover Castle loop from Dover

00:42

2.45km

60m

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: July 19, 2026

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Kent Downs National Landscape

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98 m

Dover Castle

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Dover Castle is an iconic fortress that was founded in the 11th century. Hailed as the ‘key to England’ due to its defensive significance, the castle has protected the gateway …

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363 m

Great Tower of Dover Castle

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The 12th-century Norman keep of Dover Castle is the core of the castle complex. It served as a royal castle and for the reception of princely guests, the interiors were …

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557 m

The Spur Tunnels

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4

1.40 km

The lighthouse ruins and the castle church of St. Mary-in-Castro form a beautiful unit and are a popular photo motif. The construction of the Marienkirche is estimated at the year …

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5

1.97 km

In the tunnels near the beach there is an underground command post and a hospital, from where Vice Admiral Ramsay managed "Operation Dynamo" in 1940.

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6

2.01 km

Unfortunately, photography is not allowed. The tour is interesting and definitely worth taking 😉

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2.23 km

The statue of Admiral Sir Ramsay stands at the entrance to the Fire Control Room, created by Stephen Melton in 2000 and unveiled by Prince Philip on 10 November 2000. …

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2.45 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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1.55 km

846 m

Surfaces

1.45 km

378 m

352 m

167 m

< 100 m

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Monday 10 August

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