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8.9km

Upper Lea Valley Trail — 8.9 km Running Out-and-back

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Upper Lea Valley Trail is a 8.9 km (5.5 miles) out-and-back in St Albans, England: flat, with 11 m of climb, on paved ground.

11 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly
Upper Lea Valley Trail running route
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Location: St Albans, England

Explore the picturesque Upper Lea Valley on this 8.9km out-and-back route from St Albans. Following the former railway line, now part of the scenic Chiltern Way, this entirely paved path offers a wonderfully flat and accessible running experience. Enjoy gentle stretches alongside the River Lea, passing through peaceful countryside vistas as you head towards Luton, before turning back to St Albans.

Ideal for convenient training runs, this route is perfect for those seeking an easy, uninterrupted pace without the challenge of hills or varied terrain. Wheelchair and pushchair friendly, it's also a great option for a leisurely jog, providing a breath of fresh air and a chance to enjoy nature's embrace on a well-maintained surface.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.9 km out-and-back in St Albans, England with around 11 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 1 metres of climb per kilometre, 11 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.

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