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Start: Marlow town centre

Distance: 40.9 miles

Roads: The vast majority on quiet low traffic lanes

Difficulty: Tough - Moderate. A good long ride with three good climbs

Total climb: 2900 feet

Beauty rating: 5/5 - diverse and wonderful

This route transverses the Chilterns from river to ridge. It then drops you down to the very different world of the vale of Aylesbury where the lanes are flatter, the farms less manicured and the atmosphere altogether different. After a few miles the ridge looms again at Chinnor and your heart pumps hard as you climb back into the hills. Your efforts are rewarded as you enjoy what is in my opinion is the best stretch of cycling in the Chilterns. The 5 miles of quiet lane descent from Spriggs Alley to West Wycombe is glorious with stunning far reaching views throughout.