Plan your Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight route

What is the Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight 2026 route?

100km · ~1,500m of climbing · Clockwise

Follow the official Round the Island Cycle Route, marked with blue and white signs, with additional Randonnee signage throughout.

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Checkpoints open at 9am

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Last checkpoint closes at 6pm

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Start at any checkpoint

(except Alverstone)

Your Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight 2026 route:

🗺️Fully signposted

The course follows the official Round the Island Cycle Route in a clockwise direction, signed with blue and white markers plus additional Randonnee signage at key junctions.

🌿Quiet roads and lanes

The route uses quieter Island roads and lanes wherever possible, taking you through stunning coastal scenery, rolling countryside and picturesque villages.

⛰️ Expect some climbing

With around 1,500m of elevation gain, the route has some challenging climbs — but the views from the top make every one worth it.

🔄 Flexible start points

There's no single start line. Begin at any official checkpoint and ride the route clockwise. Start where it suits you — whether you're arriving by ferry or already on the Island.

⚡Please note: There are no electric charging points along the route. E-bike riders should plan accordingly.

What's the terrain of the Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight 2026 route?

🛣️Quiet country lanes and coastal roads

Mostly traffic-light, scenic riding away from main roads

🌊Stunning coastal stretches

Iconic sea views that attract riders from across the UK

🏡Picturesque villages

Rolling through some of the Island's most beautiful communities

⚠️Open roads

This is not a closed road event — normal traffic applies throughout

Do I have to complete the full 100km of the Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight 2026 route?

No — the Randonnee is designed to be flexible. You can start and finish at any checkpoint, and ride as much or as little of the route as you like.

It's your ride. Whether you complete the full island loop or enjoy a section of it, what matters is that you get out and ride.

🚴 Note: Only the 100km full route is available in 2026. We hope to reintroduce a 50km Mini Randonnee option in future years.

Checkpoints and road safety.

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On the day and what to bring.

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Cycle the Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight

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