Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath
~4 days · 31.8 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath is known for
Sections 12–15 of Cotswold Way is an official 51.4 km point-to-point section from Wotton-under-Edge trail node (OSM node 20936525) to Bath Abbey trailhead plaque (OSM node 7075268445).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 312 ft to 2,507 ft over 31.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.7 mi · 37%
- Downhill 14.4 mi · 45%
- Flat 5.6 mi · 18%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath scores 14/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath take?
Most backpackers hike the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 31.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath?
The Cotswold Way — Sections 12–15: Wotton-under-Edge to Bath climbs roughly 3,238 ft total — about 102 ft per mile, topping out near 774 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.