About Plotted.cc
A curated catalogue of cycling routes across Britain and beyond.
What is Plotted.cc?
Plotted.cc is a hand-picked collection of cycling routes, ranging from gentle riverside loops to demanding mountain crossings. Every route has been selected for the quality of its roads, the interest of its scenery, and the character of the ride. Whether you have two hours or two days, there's something here for you.
How routes are chosen
We don't aim to catalogue every road — we aim to surface the ones worth riding. Routes are chosen based on road quality, traffic levels, scenery, and overall character. We favour routes that feel like an adventure rather than just a workout, though we have plenty of both.
Each route includes a downloadable GPX file, an elevation profile, and — where relevant — recommended stops: cafés to refuel, bike workshops for mechanicals, campsites if you're going long, and landmarks worth pausing for.
Difficulty ratings
Flat or gently rolling. Suitable for all fitness levels. Good for beginners or a relaxed day out.
Some hills involved. A reasonable base fitness helps. Expect a couple of climbs.
Significant climbing. Sustained efforts required. Best suited to regular cyclists.
Very challenging. High mileage, big climbs, or both. Only for fit and experienced riders.
Using GPX files
Every route has a GPX file you can download and load onto any GPS device or cycling app — Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Ride with GPS, and most others accept GPX. On most devices, simply transfer the file and it will appear as a course to follow.
Always carry a paper map or phone with offline maps as a backup. Routes are checked periodically, but road conditions can change.
Get in touch
Know a route that deserves to be here? Spotted an error? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.