Quick ride by bicycle from Bristol to Stoke Gifford

Set off from the vibrant heart of Bristol and head north towards Stoke Gifford, a leafy suburb just outside the city. This 13 km ride is mostly on smooth cycleways (about 75%!), so you’ll get a relaxed, traffic-free pedal for most of the way. The journey takes you out of bustling city streets into calmer surroundings, with only gentle climbs—nothing too dramatic!

As you leave Bristol (famous for its iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and buzzing music scene), you'll gradually ascend about 124 meters in total, but the route's gentle gradients make it very manageable. Most surfaces are asphalt and paved, so you don’t have to worry about rough patches.

Ending in Stoke Gifford, you’re not far from the University of the West of England, and the area’s known for lovely parks and relaxed suburban charm. This route is great for commuters or anyone looking to escape the city for a breath of fresh air without straying too far from urban comforts.