If you're visiting Cambridge for the first time, this is one of the quintessential views of the river Cam. You'll see plenty of punting boats on the river.

Neil Sneade

September 20, 2023

Cycling

A narrow shared-use path. Fine for bike touring, avoid for road cycling.

Bumble-Bee

January 1, 2024

Cycling

The view over the Cam is definitely worth it, but you won't be the only one knowing this and it is almost always a bit crowded on the bridge making it a bit chaotic in combination with the traffic.

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1. From Cambridge to RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve

86.1km

05:35

330m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2. The River Cam in Cambridge – Skaters' Meadow loop from Cambridge

31.3km

01:57

120m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Backs, Cambridge – The River Cam in Cambridge loop from Shelford

38.1km

02:24

150m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Friday 6 March

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Location: Cambridgeshire, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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1. From Cambridge to RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve

2. The River Cam in Cambridge – Skaters' Meadow loop from Cambridge

3. The Backs, Cambridge – The River Cam in Cambridge loop from Shelford

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