An area of parkland along the River Cam, the Cambridge Backs, or usually known as The Backs, give a different perspective of the Cambridge Colleges. Across the water, the backs of the colleges can be seen from here and are quite different to the front.

Neil Sneade

April 26, 2021

Road cycling

For a view of the river go down the Garret Hostel Lane cycle/foot path between Clare and Trinity colleges.

Abe

August 17, 2024

Running

You should definitely try punting to get to know the city and the buildings!

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1. The Backs, Cambridge – Rowing Clubs on the River Cam loop from Grantchester

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2. The River Cam & college loop from Cambridge

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Jog this 5.3-mile (8.5 km) moderate loop along the River Cam, passing historic Cambridge colleges and scenic green spaces.

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3. The Backs, Cambridge – Great St Mary's Church loop from Cambridge

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

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The Backs, Cambridge

1. The Backs, Cambridge – Rowing Clubs on the River Cam loop from Grantchester

2. The River Cam & college loop from Cambridge

3. The Backs, Cambridge – Great St Mary's Church loop from Cambridge

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