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Boathouse Row – Falls Bridge loop from Lombard-South

Boathouse Row – Falls Bridge loop from Lombard-South

Moderate

3.4

(9)

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Boathouse Row – Falls Bridge loop from Lombard-South

03:15

71.2km

340m

Road cycling

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: August 12, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.66 km for 266 m

After 62.0 km for 187 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.79 km

View of Philadelphia Skyline from Schuylkill River

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this point on the bridge, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the Schuylkill River as it stretches toward the Philadelphia skyline. It's an ideal spot for capturing some beautiful pictures.

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5.12 km

Boathouse Row

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Boathouse Row is a historic stretch of that sits on the Schuylkill River. It features 15 boathouses that host social and rowing clubs with their racing shells. It's a nice place to hop off your bike, take a break, and people watch.

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8.99 km

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

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The Strawberry Mansion Bridge, a steel arch truss bridge spanning the Schuylkill River, provides a breathtaking view of the water. The bridge's railings also feature stunning artistic elements, enhancing its overall charm. Biking isn't allowed on the bridge, so you'll need to dismount and walk, but the views are worth it.

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12.1 km

Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Easy connection with the cheater valley trail.

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36.4 km

Chester Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Chester Valley Trail is an almost 19-mile-long rail trail that runs through Chester and Montgomery County. The trail is fully paved and ADA accessible. It is popular with cyclists, walkers and joggers.

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62.0 km

Falls Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

They finished constructing this 556-foot-long bridge in 1895, originally intended to be a double-decker bridge, although the upper level was never constructed. From here, you can relish the scenic vistas of the Schuylkill River as well.

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69.9 km

Reading Terminal Market

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Famous covered market offering a variety of food, household goods and regional specialties since 1893. We were able to enjoy the Philly Cheese Sandwich here :)

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71.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

59.9 km

9.40 km

966 m

527 m

429 m

Surfaces

41.8 km

28.8 km

668 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Wednesday 12 August

31°C

23°C

43 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Boathouse Row

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

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Reading Terminal Market

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