Adelaide, South Australia · Road route 09

Old Willunga Hill–McLaren Vale Loop

A compact Fleurieu circuit built around the famous Old Willunga Hill climb.

Distance
28.8 km
Elevation
380 m
Difficulty
Hard
Ride time
1 hr 30 min–2 hr 15 min moving time
GPX route outline · Starts near McLaren Vale
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Route overview

Plan the ride

A compact Fleurieu circuit built around the famous Old Willunga Hill climb.

A Tour Down Under-flavoured climbing session

City
Adelaide
Surface
Paved roads
Start location
McLaren Vale
Recommended tyre width
28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time
1 hr 30 min–2 hr 15 min moving time
Route data checked

The GPX file and page data were checked on this date. This is not an on-the-ground closure check; verify current conditions before riding.

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Highlights

A Tour Down Under-flavoured climbing session. A Tour Down Under-flavoured climbing session

03

Water

No refill points are verified in this guide. Start with enough water for the route and check any planned refill is open on the day.

04

Coffee stops

No cafe stop is verified in this guide. Use the planning map to choose a current, opening-hours-checked option near McLaren Vale or along the route.

05

Parking & public transport

Start near McLaren Vale. Parking restrictions and public transport access are not independently verified; check the planning map and the local operator before travelling.

06

Bike setup

Start with 28–32 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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Download the GPX

Import the file into Garmin Connect, Wahoo, Hammerhead, COROS, Bryton or another navigation app. Review the full line before the ride.

Download Old Willunga Hill–McLaren Vale Loop GPX