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Tower and Blackfriars Bridges Loop — 5.3 km Running Route

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Tower and Blackfriars Bridges Loop is a 5.3 km (3.3 miles) loop in London, England: flat, with 12 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

12 mAscent
Paved80%Paved
0/5Hilly

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Tower and Blackfriars Bridges Loop running route
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Location: London, England

Explore a quintessential London running experience with this 5.3km loop along the River Thames. Starting from Trig Lane Stairs, you’ll follow the historic Thames Path on the northern bank, taking in iconic cityscapes before crossing the magnificent Tower Bridge. The route then brings you back along the southern bank, offering continuous riverside views.

This largely flat and fully paved route is ideal for convenient urban training runs, particularly effective for speed work or maintaining consistent pacing. With minimal ascent and a smooth surface, it’s a great option for runners of all levels looking to combine their workout with some fantastic sightseeing in the heart of the capital.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.3 km loop in London, England with around 12 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 2 metres of climb per kilometre, 12 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 80% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.3 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

Reviews (3)

Most runners suggest: Road

StephenNov 2024
Shoe suggestion: Road
MosesJul 2024
Shoe suggestion: Road
StuartJul 2024
Shoe suggestion: Road

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