Falls Bridge – Martin Luther King Jr. Drive loop from Allegheny

Falls Bridge – Martin Luther King Jr. Drive loop from Allegheny

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Falls Bridge – Martin Luther King Jr. Drive loop from Allegheny

03:29

72.6km

560m

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: October 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 54.3 km for 157 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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14.4 km

View of Strawberry Mansion Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

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 …

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24.8 km

Laurel Hill West Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

52.9 km

Grant Street Dam

Highlight • Structure

54.4 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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57.6 km

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive offers a quieter road for cyclists looking to avoid traffic. Next to the road is the MLK Drive Trail, a 4.3-mile path separated from traffic, providing a safer alternate route.

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64.2 km

Reading Terminal Market

Highlight • Restaurant

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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65.5 km

Second Bank of the United States

Highlight • Historical Site

Building that housed one of the earliest banks in the United States post-revolutionary war. Located on the Independence Hall area.

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66.8 km

Race Street Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

Race Street Pier offers a stunning panorama of Philadelphia's skyline and the majestic Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Framed by the Delaware River, this iconic view encompasses historic landmarks, such as Independence …

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