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SWCP Section 4, St. Ives to Penzance

SWCP Section 4, St. Ives to Penzance

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5 nightsAverage
41 MILES / 66 KMTotal
8.2 MILES / 13.2 KMGennemsnit pr. dag
1349m / 4426ftElevation
MixedAccommodation

SWCP Section 4, St. Ives to Penzance

Sværhedsgrad
Indkvarteringstype
Mixed
Aktivitet
Walking Holiday
Start/Slut
Cornwall/Cornwall
Gennemsnitlig PPPN
£170
Bedste måneder
May - October

Sværhedsgrad baseret på 1 stjerne som den nemmeste og 5 stjerner som den sværeste

Priser baseret på to personer, der deler

Oversigt

Det siges, at Lands End både er begyndelsen og enden på Storbritannien, og denne vandring i verdensklasse tager dig derhen og tilbage igen og passerer gennem både gammel og moderne kornisk kultur på vejen. Du vandrer ind i hjertet af regionens fjerntliggende og forblæste minefortid og starter på den mest isolerede del af den 630 mil lange South West Coast Path, hvor du følger det ubarmhjertige, rastløse hav omkring Lands End, før du bevæger dig ind i kontrasten mellem perfekt gyldent sand og turkisblåt vand i de beskyttede, frodige dale og bugter på de sydlige dele på vej til Penzance. For at forstå eksistensen af Cornish Coast Path bør enhver vandrer forsøge at sætte sig ind i amtets mine- og fiskerihistorie. Tin- og kobberudvinding har fundet sted her i 2000 år, og arrene og levnene fra disse kampe er nu en beskyttet verdensarv. Storslået kystlandskab, gamle bronzealdermarker og højtliggende hedeområder gennemskæres af en strøm af betagende mineruiner, der simpelthen klamrer sig til og hænger ned fra de stejle klipper over det turbulente Atlanterhav. Meget af denne industrielle arkæologi kan man frit vandre igennem på South West Coast Path, hvor dele af stien er lavet af støvletramp fra fortidens blikfangere og minearbejdere. For dem, der vil endnu længere tilbage i tiden, fører korte afstikkere fra stien til unikke stencirkler, gamle stående sten, kolossale gravsten og ugæstfrie klippeborge fra bronzealderen, der er talrige blandt hede- og lyngbevoksningerne og de tumlende klipper. For den eventyrlystne vandrer går kyststien ikke uden om noget. På en anstrengende, men spændende rejse vil du bestige mægtige klippetoppe, gå ned til skjulte smuglerbugter og tilbringe nætterne inde i landet i fjerntliggende og ægte korniske samfund, hvis traditioner og historie er sammenflettet med livets barske realiteter over og under disse dramatiske granitheder og rastløse havlandskaber. Halvøen er et vigtigt område for trækfugle, og det er det første, de finder efter tusindvis af kilometers flyvning over havet, og udmattede og usædvanlige gæstefugle ankommer her for at blande sig med gul hammer, bogfinke, musvåge, storspove, falk og tårnfalk. På grund af sin afsides beliggenhed er dette den mest almindelige del af kyststien, hvor man kan spotte sæler, hajer, marsvin og delfinflokke. Middelhavsfarvet hav skyller ind og ud af sandede bugter, tæpper af vilde blomster indrammer stien, spøgelserne fra tinners succeser og fiaskoer blandes med legenderne om havfruesirener og hujende varder, en sådan fest af storslået naturskønhed og bemærkelsesværdigt menneskeligt drama på bare fire dages vandring er nok umulig at slå. Se et teaterstykke over havet i et teater, der er hugget ud af klipperne, gå under jorden i en nedlagt mineskakt eller udforsk et gammelt gravkammer i fakkellys. Tag en surflektion på den ultimative surferstrand i Cornwall, eller vandr bare i ro og mag gennem det hele på sporet af kamp og overlevelse, mens du fuldfører din egen rejse til enden af Cornwall........ og videre til starten af resten af verden.

Din rejse

Rejseplanens dage

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Standard-rute

5 dage

4 nætter

Varighed

55,9 miles / 89,9 km

Samlet afstand

Samlet afstand

4.741 ft / 4.829 ft

1.445 m / 1.472 m

Samlet stigning / nedstigning

11,2 miles pr. dag

18 km pr. dag

Gennemsnitlig afstand
1Dag

St. Ives to Zennor

Starting from St Ives, the walk begins with a pleasant route to St Ives Head, passing St Nicholas Chapel and the coastguard lookout, offering views across the bay to Hayle Sands and Godrevey Lighthouse. The path then descends to Porthmeor Beach. Stock up here, as there are no more facilities until Sennen, over 20 wild miles away after leaving Clodgy Point. The trail immediately enters the rugged West Penwith coastline, with signs of former mining activity on the hills above. After rounding Hor Point, the path follows a series of stunning rocky coves. From the Cam Naun trig point, there are views out to The Carracks (Seal Island) and, looking inland, Trevose Head on a clear day. A short inland diversion at River Cove leads to the remains of the lost village of Treveal. Back on the coast, after Wicca Pool, the impressive Zennor Head promontory offers dramatic views into Pendour Cove and tales of Zennor's mermaid sirens. The walk then heads inland for half a mile through ancient Bronze Age fields to the hamlet of Zennor and the welcoming Tinners Arms.

Afstand

7,8 miles

12,5 km

Stigning / nedstigning

810 ft / 533 ft

247 m / 163 m

Højdeprofil

2Dag

Zennor to St. Just

Today's trek rounds the Wild West Penwith peninsula towards Land's End, starting past the Treen Cove Mine engine house to reach the striking Gurnards Head, a 2nd-century cliff castle with hut circle remains and views of Carn Galver and Watchcroft inland. The path traverses "Zawns," narrow chasms, leading to Bosigran Head, a sea climbing hotspot, and Commando Ridge, a WWII training ground. Porthmoina features 19th-century stamping mill remains, and the Holy Well at Morvah is passed before reaching the isolated Pendeen Lighthouse, offering panoramas and access to Geevor Mine inland. From Pendeen, the trail follows old mining paths past dramatic engine houses and the Levant Mine, with its working beam engine and tales of miners working under the ocean. The collapsing remains of mines lead to the Botallack engine houses clinging to the cliffs and the Iron Age fort at Kenidjack Castle. Descending into the valley, the path passes ancient sites, including a Bronze Age cairn and arsenic processing remnants, before reaching St Just with views of Cape Cornwall. An inland option explores ancient stones near Carn Galvour Mine, including the Men Scryfa pillar, the Nine Maidens stone circle, Bosiliack Barrow, the Lanyon Quoit, and the Men-an-Tol. A visit to the well-preserved Iron Age village of Chysauster is also possible with an extra night in Zennor.

Afstand

13,8 miles

22,2 km

Stigning / nedstigning

1.504 ft / 1.432 ft

458 m / 436 m

Højdeprofil

3Dag

St. Just to Porthcurno

This morning's gentle walk leads to Cape Cornwall, England's only "Cape," offering potential sightings of dolphins, sharks, and seals, as well as views to the Scilly Isles. The path detours to the ruined chapel and chimney atop the headland, a landmark for shipping. Offshore are the treacherous Brisons Rocks. After passing tranquil Cape Priests Hole, a climb to the cliff tops reveals Bollowall Barrow, Neolithic stone chambers with local legends of fairies. Descending to sea level, the surreal fossilized beach at Porthnanven (Dinosaur Egg Beach) is crossed before climbing past mine shafts to Progo Poreth Ogo natural arch. Glimpses of Whitesand Bay lead to the legendary surfing mecca of Sennen Cove. As Lands End looms, towering cliffs overlook The Irish Lady rock. Dramatic rock formations precede Lands End itself, with views of the Longships Lighthouses. The path then leads to softer sands, passing the remains of a water wheel and the natural arch at Tol Pedn Penwith, before reaching Porthgwarra with its miner-drilled tunnel and man-made caves. The final dramatic scene is the Minack Theatre, hewn into the cliffs above Porthcurno.

Afstand

11,1 miles

17,8 km

Stigning / nedstigning

776 ft / 1.015 ft

237 m / 310 m

Højdeprofil

4Dag

Porthcurno to Penzance

Today's walk along West Cornwall's stunning coastline showcases picturesque golden coves, beginning with a steep climb to the infamous Logan Rock and the Treryn Dinas Iron Age Fort. After the tale of its dislodgement and reinstatement, the path descends to the unspoilt fishing village of Penberth. Continuing past Tater-du Lighthouse to Lamorna Cove and its notorious inn, the route then follows a more peaceful undulating path through the Kemyel Crease Nature Reserve to Port Spaniard, the site of a 16th-century Spanish landing. A brief return to road leads to Mousehole, described by Dylan Thomas as England's loveliest village, with its stunning harbor and narrow alleys, a good lunch stop where Star Gazy Pie is a local specialty. Around Penlee Point, the memorial gardens for the Penlee Lifeboat tragedy can be visited before the cycle walkway leads into Newlyn, Cornwall's first artist colony with its free art gallery and bustling fishing harbor. The final stretch along the walkway passes Battery Rocks and the Art Deco swimming pool, marking the arrival in the sheltered and hospitable town of Penzance, the end of this coastal journey unless continuing towards St Michael's Mount and St Ives.

Afstand

11,7 miles

18,9 km

Stigning / nedstigning

808 ft / 973 ft

246 m / 297 m

Højdeprofil

5Dag

St. Michael's Way

The St Michaels Way is a 12-mile inland pilgrimage from Penzance to St Ives, part of the Santiago de Compostela route, starting along Mounts Bay to Marazion and St Michael's Mount. It then heads inland through Marazion Marshes and Ludgvan, before a steep climb to Trencrom Hill, offering panoramic views of the Land's End peninsula. Finally, the path descends to Carbis Bay, rejoining the Coast Path for a pleasant walk along St Ives Bay back to St Ives, completing a circular route.

Afstand

11,5 miles

18,5 km

Stigning / nedstigning

843 ft / 876 ft

257 m / 267 m

Højdeprofil

Beregner for estimerede omkostninger

2

Dit valg

3 Dage / 4 Nætterstandard

Pris pr. person

£640

Baseret på 2 personer, der deler

Samlede omkostninger

£1,280

Fang øjeblikket

Et glimt af de betagende landskaber og uforglemmelige oplevelser, der venter dig

Bel Brown's experience on SWCP Section 4, St. Ives to Penzance

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Walker

Traveler's Story

The whole holiday was exceptional.

Walking Holiday66

The whole holiday was exceptional. The variety of landscapes that we walked through, the historical remains, the varied accommodation (where everyone was welcoming and friendly), the views and the people we met on the way.A special shout out to Pauline at Seaview House whose 'honesty bar' was a welcome sight after our first 7 hour day. If you can, try and coincide your stop in Porthcurmo to visit the Minack theater and Telegraph Museum.

Bel Brown

Explorer

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Travel by By Train

Togankomst - Der kører hurtige direkte tog fra London, Midlands og Nordengland til St Ives i Cornwall, og de hurtigste tog fra London tager cirka 5 timer. Du skifter lige før Penzance til en kort, men fantastisk 10 minutters togtur på en sidebane til St Ives, hvor du ankommer højt over klipperne og strandene med tog. Der er også en direkte nattogstjeneste til Penzance. Togafgang - Fra Penzance station kører der direkte tog tilbage til London og videre til andre dele af landet.

Travel Tip: Consider taking the train for a more sustainable journey

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