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Lancaster Canal – Lune Millennium Bridge loop from Lancaster

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Lancaster Canal – Lune Millennium Bridge loop from Lancaster

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Lancaster Canal – Lune Millennium Bridge loop from Lancaster

01:19

21.8km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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600 m

Lancaster Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating back to the Roman times, Lancaster Castle has had a fascinating history over the ages – it's even hosted the executions of Kings and Queens. The castle served as a prison until 2011, when it opened to visitors.

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1.14 km

Start of the New Bridge Cycleway

Highlight • Bridge

....or is it the end?

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6.12 km

Lancaster Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Running 42 miles (67.6 km) from Preston to Kendal, the Lancaster Canal took over 30 years to complete, opening in 1826. The canal was used to transport boats carrying coal …

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11.0 km

Lancaster Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Lancaster Canal towpath (NCN 6) is a flat, lock-free route ideal for walking, cycling and spotting wildlife. Highlights include the impressive Lune Aqueduct, charming canalside pubs like the Waterwitch and frequent sightings of herons, swans, and even otters.

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12.3 km

Canal Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

A working swing bridge on the Lancaster Canal.

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18.0 km

Lune Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

The Lune Aqueduct leads across the Lune river and has been built in 1797. It carries the Lune Canal 16 metres above the river.

You can also use it on your bike or on foot.

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20.8 km

Lune Millennium Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Look back over the city skyline to the Ashton Memorial at Williamson Park

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21.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.91 km

6.52 km

6.31 km

925 m

898 m

199 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

5.97 km

291 m

215 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

25°C

17°C

42 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Lancaster Canal – Lune Millennium Bridge loop from Lancaster

Lancaster Castle

Start of the New Bridge Cycleway

Lancaster Canal

Lancaster Canal Towpath

Canal Swing Bridge

Lune Aqueduct

Lune Millennium Bridge

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