At a glance
Harwich Walk
- Distance
- 4.75 miles
- Estimated time
- 2.5 hours
- Route type
- Circular
- GPS app guided
- Yes
- Parking
- Free parking at start 51.92344, 1.26648
- Characteristics
- Water, Countryside, Pub
Essex Walks
Harwich Walk & Route Map
Starting from Dovercourt, this walk follows the seafront all the way to historic Harwich, with a small detour up to Beacon Hill Fort along the way.
With sea views throughout and plenty of cafés and pubs to choose from in town, this walk makes for a refreshing and rewarding coastal outing.
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The walk
Harwich Walk
This is a lovely walk from the free car park in Dovercourt.
You'll first take a long stroll along the seafront until you reach a small detour to the Beacon Hill Fort. After that, you'll head into the historic town of Harwich.
After a wander around the streets of the town, where you'll find plenty of refreshment options, you'll then retrace your steps and walk back to the car park along the sea front again.
Based on 4 user ratings
Community feedback
Overall rating4.0
A very popular walk
Very dog friendly
Clear and easy
Flat and solid
Fully accessible
Good facilities
Good stop on route
Spot on
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The app works without a phone signal, so you can keep following the route wherever the walk takes you.
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