Οι καλύτερες ποδηλατικές διαδρομές Franklin

The Winnipesaukee River is beautiful, stretching 10.5 miles from Lake Winnipesaukee to the Merrimack River via the Pemigewasset. It winds through lakes, dams, and old mill towns, with sections of calm water and steep drops that once powered an industry. As you walk along the trail, you can enjoy the peaceful sounds of its waters to accompany you along the way.

The Winnipesaukee River Trail is a nearly 5-mile scenic path connecting the towns of Franklin and Tilton. It follows an old rail corridor along the river and passes historic landmarks like the Sulphite “upside-down” covered bridge and the remains of 19th-century mills. It's a fantastic trail that combines beautiful river views and stretches of trees filled with songbirds, and if you're lucky, you may even spot a bald eagle flying overhead.

From here, to find the Hannah Duston Memorial, head south across the Merrimack River via a paved bridge, parallel to the railroad. Head south for about 400 feet to the small island. Located off the beaten path, the Hannah Duston Memorial State Historic Site is a 35-foot monument on a serene island where the Contoocook and Merrimack rivers converge. Built in 1874 to honor the courageous Hannah Duston, who was captured during King William's War in 1697 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. She killed her native captors, creating a controversial story, as shown by the vandalism in this statue, that this almost 200-year-old story has different sides.

Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire, Canterbury boasts a rich history dating back to its origins as a militia timber fort and trading post. Located on a hill near Canterbury Center, this site attracted Pennacook people who came to trade goods. The town was officially incorporated in 1741.

There are nice views of Highland Lake to be had from here on the Franklin Highway. It is worth even getting closer to the shoreline for a better view. The Northern Rail Trail runs adjacent to you between the shore and the highway, and it runs directly alongside the lake. It is easy to turn off here to get an even better place to take a break and enjoy the view.

There is a public beach and car parking here at the south end of Webster Lake. Whether you are cycling along Webster Road or along the Northern Rail Trail, it is worth a stop here to look at the views. There is also a small, compact covered bridge with exposed side trusses, which is gorgeous to look at going over Chance Pond Brook. In addition, there are also rest rooms here if the need arises.

Just south of the hamlet of Andover in New Hampshire, the Northern Rail Trail follows the Blackwater River. As you travel eastward, you come across this old Pratt Truss type of railway bridge going over the river. It is in a delightful setting and yet another fine bridge on the Northern Rail Trail.

Another fine example of a covered bridge. The Andover Covered Bridge, or Keniston Bridge, carries Bridge Street over the Blackwater River near Andover, New Hampshire. It is a rare example of a covered bridge that is not fully sheathed on the sides, meaning the trusses on the sides are exposed; in reality, this enhances its beauty. It has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.