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Three Bridges then back — 8.5 km Running Out-and-back

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Three Bridges then back is a 8.5 km (5.3 miles) out-and-back in City of Bath, England: flat, with 22 m of climb, on paved ground.

22 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly
Three Bridges then back running route
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Location: City of Bath, England

Explore the historic city of Bath with this convenient 8.5km run along the former Bristol and Bath Railway Path. Starting near Brassmill Lane, this entirely paved route offers a smooth, flat surface—perfect for a comfortable, traffic-free training session or a brisk, urban jog. Enjoy the gentle ambiance as you cross the River Avon three times, turning back after the third bridge, enjoying the city's character from a unique perspective.

With a minimal 22m ascent and zero hilliness, this out-and-back course is ideal for those seeking a consistent pace without demanding climbs. It's well-suited for runners looking to maintain fitness, enjoy a relaxed sightseeing run, or complete a steady long-distance training run in a picturesque and easily accessible urban environment. The paved surface also makes it a great option for buggy runners or those preferring a stable underfoot.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.5 km out-and-back in City of Bath, England with around 22 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 3 metres of climb per kilometre, 22 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.

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