Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: December 4, 2025

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After 3.15 km for 234 m

After 49.6 km for 147 m

After 49.9 km for 87 m

After 50.0 km for 84 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.15 km

Robert Lee Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Great views. There is a separate bicycle lane keeping you safe.

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5.42 km

Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the Capitol is America's oldest elected representative legislature, first organized in 1619.

The impressive building was also used for Confederate Congress meetings during the Civil War. …

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6.26 km

The White House of the Confederacy

Highlight • Historical Site

The White House of the Confederacy, located in Richmond, Virginia, served as the executive mansion for the President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, during the American Civil …

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27.4 km

Virginia Capital Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a great bike path connecting Jamestown and Richmond. It follows the Scenic Route 5 for 52 miles (83 km), passing through more than 400 years of history.

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46.1 km

Dock Street Park

Highlight • Parking

This spot provides fantastic views of the James River and the downtown area. A pleasant trail runs along the river, connecting to other parks in the vicinity.

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47.8 km

East Main Street

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

A very beautiful avenue in Downtown

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52.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.1 km

4.74 km

2.69 km

2.48 km

1.39 km

Surfaces

36.8 km

14.6 km

927 m

137 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

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Friday 19 December

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