Very Challenging

Fierce cycling climbs and longer-distance rides to test your stamina in the Peak District and its western edges.

These rides go beyond even the description of “challenging” to be truly strenuous, with potentially difficult climbs or very challenging terrain, likely combined with more mileage.

Very Challenging Cycle Routes

Cat & Fiddle Climbs

  • 26.7 miles
  • 3501 ft
  • Very Challenging

Hidden Hills in High Peak

  • 23.1 miles
  • 3319 ft
  • Very Challenging

Cheshire Mountains of Macclesfield

  • 23.6 miles
  • 2987 ft
  • Very Challenging