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Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) – Nijo Castle loop from 京都市役所前

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Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) – Nijo Castle loop from 京都市役所前

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Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) – Nijo Castle loop from 京都市役所前

03:01

51.3km

880m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 42.0 km for 217 m

After 48.4 km for 76 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

24.2 km

Maegahata Pass

Mountain Pass

26.5 km

Momoi Pass

Mountain Pass

3

46.2 km

Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho)

Highlight • Historical Site

The Imperial Palace of Kyoto served the imperial family until the relocation of the capital to Tokyo in 1869 as a residence.

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4

48.7 km

Nijo Castle

Highlight • Castle

An untypical castle, which is more reminiscent of a temple. Only the outer walls of the complex suggest the castle. Inside you will find only a beautiful garden and low-rise buildings made of wood.

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5

49.7 km

Humhumhug Bike Shop & Rental

Highlight • Rest Area

6

50.5 km

The Museum of Kyoto

Highlight • Historical Site

The "Museum of Kyoto" was opened in 1988 and offers a small permanent exhibition on the history of Kyoto. In addition, regular special exhibitions are held. Especially worth seeing is …

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B

51.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.3 km

14.5 km

3.02 km

882 m

845 m

574 m

235 m

Surfaces

34.4 km

15.8 km

665 m

317 m

115 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (740 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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