River exe estuary map

Please take extra care at this time not to disturb the birds and other wildlife, as this can impact on their health and survival. Wildlife refuges are in place to protect vital areas for birds — please avoid entering these voluntary areas where safe to do so. Long distance routes As well as circular routes around the Exe, there are also several long distance routes which can be met on the estuary. The Exe Valley Way follows the route of the Exe from its source on Exmoor through the Devon countryside, as it meanders for over 50 miles to reach the open estuary.

The route can be divided up into a series of 10 stages, most of which can be walked in half a day. Detailed Guides for these routes are available from Tourist Information Centres. Travel around the Exe. The Exe Estuary is well served by bus and train routes. The Riviera Line offers great scenic rail journeys between Exeter, Starcross, Dawlish Warren and Paignton stations and includes the world famous stretch of line along the sea wall through Dawlish and Teignmouth.

For more information about these lines, including walks from stations, visit Great Scenic Railways. See our Ferries and Cruises page or the map contained within the Exe Explorer leaflet for more details of ferry services and routes.

Bookings may be necessary for some ferry services and some only operate seasonally. Bicycles and pushchairs can be accommodated, please contact individual companies for details. Two main rivers enter the estuary, the River Exe and the smaller River Clyst, which flow either side of Exeter. The Exe Estuary is a ria , meaning that it was formed from sea-level rise after the last Ice Age. The massive change in sea-level flooded the unglaciated river valley formed by the Exe. This explains the large size of the estuary compared to the outflow of the River Exe.

This low discharge is important in the formation as otherwise the estuary would have quickly become sedimented and prevented water flow. To the extent permitted by law, Sustrans accepts no responsibility for any accidents or injury resulting from following these routes. Please use your own judgement when using the routes based upon the weather and the ability, experience and confidence levels of those in your group.

To make sure everyone gets the most out of their time by the water, please ensure you follow the Towpath Code. Your donation today will help keep the Network safe and open for everyone to enjoy. Share this page. View this route on OS Maps.