Cornwall

Provincie · Engeland, 🇬🇧 Verenigd Koninkrijk

Inwonertal 565.968

Oppervlakte 3.587 km²

Tijdzone Europe/London

Officiële website www.cornwall.gov.uk

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Cornwall's Absolute Essentials

Cornwall’s landscape is defined by its rugged Atlantic coastline and rich industrial heritage. This selection features the iconic tidal island of St Michael's Mount and the medieval ruins of Tintagel Castle, famously linked to Arthurian legend. Botanical innovation is showcased at the Eden Project’s geodesic biomes and the restored Victorian grounds of Heligan. Historical sites range from the Iron Age courtyard houses of Chysauster to the 16th-century artillery fortress of St Mawes. Coastal highlights include the turquoise waters of Kynance Cove and the granite cliffs of Land’s End.

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Editor's Choice Cornwall

Explore Cornwall’s diverse heritage through its most significant landmarks and gardens. This selection features the Eden Project’s massive biomes built in a reclaimed clay pit and the restored Victorian landscapes of The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Historical sites include the unique circular shell keep of Restormel Castle and the Iron Age courtyard houses at Chysauster Ancient Village. Mount Edgcumbe House completes the journey, offering a Grade II listed stately home surrounded by expansive parkland overlooking Plymouth Sound.

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Andy Wright / CC BY 2.0

Cornwall's Coastal Gems

Cornwall’s 250-mile coastline features diverse geological formations, from the serpentine rock of Kynance Cove to the white shell-sand of Porthcurno. This collection includes world-renowned surfing hubs like Fistral Beach and sheltered family spots such as Porthminster. Many locations, including Nanjizal and Pedn Vounder, are accessible only via the South West Coast Path, offering secluded coves and natural rock arches. The list spans the rugged Atlantic north coast and the calmer, wooded estuaries of the south.

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Cornwall's Heritage Trail

Cornwall’s landscape is defined by diverse historical layers, spanning from Neolithic burial chambers like Tregiffian to the 19th-century Angarrack Viaduct. This trail features medieval strongholds such as Tintagel and Restormel Castle, alongside Henry VIII’s artillery forts at St Mawes and St Catherine’s. Prehistoric sites, including the Lanyon Quoit dolmen and the Iron Age courtyard houses of Chysauster, offer insight into ancient settlements. The collection also highlights the 9th-century King Doniert’s Stone and the stately Mount Edgcumbe House.

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Cornwall's Castles and Ruins

Cornwall’s rugged coastline and rolling hills are home to a diverse collection of fortifications spanning over a millennium. This list features legendary sites like Tintagel Castle, associated with King Arthur, and the tidal island fortress of St Michael’s Mount. It includes Henrician artillery forts like St Mawes and St Catherine's, designed for coastal defense, alongside well-preserved Norman ruins such as Restormel and Launceston. Beyond military structures, the collection highlights historic estates like Mount Edgcumbe and Port Eliot, showcasing centuries of architectural evolution and landscape design.

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John M / CC BY-SA 2.0

Cornwall's Ancient Wonders

Cornwall’s landscape is marked by thousands of years of human history, ranging from Neolithic chambered tombs to Iron Age settlements. This collection includes the iconic Tintagel Castle, associated with Arthurian legend, and well-preserved megalithic structures like Lanyon Quoit and Trethevy Quoit. Notable features include 'fogous'—mysterious underground stone-walled passages found at Carn Euny and Halliggye—and the unique courtyard houses of Chysauster Ancient Village. These sites offer a direct link to the region's prehistoric and medieval past.

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Historic Religious Sites

Cornwall's religious landscape spans centuries, from the 11th-century Norman masonry of St Materiana to the 19th-century Gothic Revival spires of Truro Cathedral. This collection includes St Michael’s Mount, a medieval priory on a tidal island, and St Germans, built on the site of a Saxon cathedral. These sites showcase unique regional features such as Grade I listed 15th-century stonework, sub-tropical churchyard gardens in St Just, and historic links to the Cornish language in Paul.

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Viewpoints and Peaks

This collection highlights Cornwall’s diverse topography, from the granite cliffs of the far west to the high tors of Bodmin Moor. It includes the iconic tidal island of St Michael’s Mount, the serpentine rock formations of Kynance Cove, and the Iron Age fortifications at Kenidjack Cliff Castle. Coastal landmarks like Land’s End and Cape Cornwall showcase the region's maritime and industrial heritage, while inland peaks like Caradon Hill and Hawk’s Tor offer expansive views across the moorland.

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Cornwall's Museums and Galleries

This collection spans Cornwall's industrial and cultural landscape, from the UNESCO-listed tin mines of Geevor and Levant to the maritime history of Falmouth. Visitors can explore Porthcurno’s role in global communications, the smuggling lore of Jamaica Inn and Polperro, and the marine conservation efforts at Padstow’s lobster hatchery. Artistic highlights include contemporary works at Kestle Barton and the Falmouth Art Gallery. Architectural landmarks range from the Tudor defenses of Pendennis Castle to the 1930s Arthurian halls in Tintagel and the Georgian elegance of Lawrence House.

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Enchanting Gardens

Cornwall’s mild climate supports a diverse array of horticultural styles, from the futuristic biomes of the Eden Project, built in a former china clay pit, to the restored Victorian landscapes of The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Valley gardens like Trebah and Glendurgan feature subtropical plants and provide access to the Helford River, with the latter housing a historic 1833 cherry laurel maze. Trewidden Garden offers a collection of ancient tree ferns and camellias, showcasing the region's long history of botanical exploration.

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Cornwall — Kaart

Klimaat & beste reistijd

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Typisch weer in januari

Matig

9° (gevoelstemperatuur 3°) · extremen 1°–13°
's Nachts 6°
16 regendagen
0 zonnige dagen
2 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
11°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 0 · laag

Typisch weer in februari

Matig

9° (gevoelstemperatuur 4°) · extremen 1°–12°
's Nachts 6°
14 regendagen
2 zonnige dagen
3 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
10°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 1 · laag

Typisch weer in maart

Matig

10° (gevoelstemperatuur 5°) · extremen 2°–14°
's Nachts 6°
14 regendagen
6 zonnige dagen
5 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
10°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 2 · laag

Typisch weer in april

Matig

12° (gevoelstemperatuur 8°) · extremen 4°–16°
's Nachts 7°
13 regendagen
11 zonnige dagen
7 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
10°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 4 · matig

Typisch weer in mei

Redelijk

15° (gevoelstemperatuur 11°) · extremen 6°–19°
's Nachts 10°
13 regendagen
11 zonnige dagen
8 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
12°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 5 · matig

Typisch weer in juni

Goed

17° (gevoelstemperatuur 14°) · extremen 10°–22°
's Nachts 13°
13 regendagen
10 zonnige dagen
8 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
14°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 6 · hoog

Typisch weer in juli

Goed

19° (gevoelstemperatuur 17°) · extremen 12°–24°
's Nachts 14°
13 regendagen
8 zonnige dagen
8 uur zonneschijn per dag
Aangename luchtvochtigheid
Lichte bries
16°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 5 · matig

Typisch weer in augustus

Goed

19° (gevoelstemperatuur 17°) · extremen 12°–22°
's Nachts 15°
14 regendagen
8 zonnige dagen
7 uur zonneschijn per dag
Aangename luchtvochtigheid
Lichte bries
17°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 5 · matig

Typisch weer in september

Goed

18° (gevoelstemperatuur 15°) · extremen 10°–21°
's Nachts 13°
12 regendagen
7 zonnige dagen
6 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
16°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 3 · matig

Typisch weer in oktober

Redelijk

15° (gevoelstemperatuur 11°) · extremen 8°–18°
's Nachts 11°
16 regendagen
3 zonnige dagen
4 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
15°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 2 · laag

Typisch weer in november

Matig

12° (gevoelstemperatuur 7°) · extremen 4°–15°
's Nachts 9°
18 regendagen
1 zonnige dag
2 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
13°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 1 · laag

Typisch weer in december

Matig

10° (gevoelstemperatuur 4°) · extremen 2°–14°
's Nachts 7°
17 regendagen
0 zonnige dagen
1 uur zonneschijn per dag
Droge lucht
Lichte bries
12°C · te koud om te zwemmen
UV-index 0 · laag

Klimaatgegevens: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5; NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Praktische informatie

Valuta: Britse pond GBP £ · Betalen met kaart · Algemeen geaccepteerd
Noodnummers: 999 Politie · Ambulance · Brandweer
Elektriciteit: Type G
230 V · 50 Hz

Talen: Engels
Kraanwater: Veilig om te drinken
Rijrichting: Links
Landnummer: +44

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Cornwall

Aanbevolen lijsten

Cornwall's Absolute Essentials

Editor's Choice Cornwall

Cornwall's Coastal Gems

Cornwall's Heritage Trail

Cornwall's Castles and Ruins

Cornwall's Ancient Wonders

Historic Religious Sites

Viewpoints and Peaks

Cornwall's Museums and Galleries

Enchanting Gardens

Cornwall — Kaart

Klimaat & beste reistijd

Typisch weer in januari

Typisch weer in februari

Typisch weer in maart

Typisch weer in april

Typisch weer in mei

Typisch weer in juni

Typisch weer in juli

Typisch weer in augustus

Typisch weer in september

Typisch weer in oktober

Typisch weer in november

Typisch weer in december

Praktische informatie

Tours en activiteiten

Cornwall – Voeg toe aan je reis

Gerelateerde bestemmingen

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