View of Gyllyngvase Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Falmouth Town

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View of Gyllyngvase Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Falmouth Town

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View of Gyllyngvase Beach – Swanpool Beach loop from Falmouth Town

01:02

8.90km

110m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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735 m

View of Gyllyngvase Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

From Cliff Road there are lovely views towards Pennance Point and on to Rosemullion Head.

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857 m

Gyllyngvase Beach

Highlight • Beach

beautiful, wide and popular beach on the south side of Falmouth

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1.53 km

Swanpool Beach

Highlight • Natural

Lovely small beach- lovely at sunrise!

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3.19 km

Coastal Path in the Cornwall National Landscape

Highlight • Viewpoint

4.17 km

Maenporth Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

This sheltered beach slopes gently into shallow and serene waters. With views of Pendennis Castle and the lighthouse on St Anthony Head, it’s a great spot to stop and watch the passing ships.

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4.46 km

Maenporth Beach

Highlight • Beach

As Maenporth is an east facing beach it is sheltered and with shallow water it is very popular with families. Behind the beach is a wetland, home to a variety …

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6.52 km

Pennance Point

Highlight • Natural Monument

From Pennance Point you can look south to Newporth Head. Considering how close to Falmouth you are, it's amazing how far away from anywhere you feel here.

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7.33 km

Swanpool Beach and Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

Swanpool beach is a sandy cove on the outskirts of Falmouth. Behind the beach is Swanpool Nature Reserve (SSSI), a mix of fresh and sea water that is home to …

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8.90 km

End point

Train Station

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