Lincoln Memorial – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Eisenhower Avenue

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Lincoln Memorial – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Eisenhower Avenue

Easy

3.4

(15)

riders

Lincoln Memorial – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Eisenhower Avenue

02:00

33.5km

120m

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: October 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.9 km for 197 m

After 15.5 km for 102 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.46 km

Gravelly Point Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The approach to Reagan National Airport is not easy, following the Potomac River with a late, deep turn to land. At this point the planes fly close enough to touch. Anyone who has anything left for aviation should come here.

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11.3 km

Navy and Marine Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Seafaring, romantic and transfigured, will always remain dangerous. Let's remember all seafarers who lost their lives at work or while rescuing others.

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13.9 km

Lincoln Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln was built to honor Abraham Lincoln. He was the 16th president, assassinated on April 14, 1865 as the civil war was concluding. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his …

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14.0 km

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln Memorial and adjoining reflecting pool are another must-see when visiting Washington. Of course, the mall is perfect for a run and early in the morning you have "Abe" …

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15.9 km

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

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The cycle path leading here offers magnificent views of the city at any time of the day or night almost along its entire length.

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17.8 km

Francis Scott Key Bridge

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This is a paved path across the bridge with metal railings separating pedestrians/cyclists from vehicular traffic. It feels safe but it can be a little loud. The views are beautiful.

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19.6 km

Theodore Roosevelt Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Theodore Roosevelt Bridge crosses over the Potomac River. It is both a pedestrian way and cycle way. The bridge is named after Theodore Roosevelt or Teddy Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States.

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21.4 km

View of the Washington Monument from Lady Bird Johnson Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A well-developed, but also frequented bike path with a magnificent panorama of the mall. From the Lincoln Memorial to the Obelisk to the Jefferson Memorial, everything is obvious.

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33.5 km

End point

Train Station

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