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Hadrian's Cycleway (Route 72) — Entrance to Newcastle

Hadrian's Cycleway (Route 72) — Entrance to Newcastle

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Hadrian's Cycleway (Route 72) — Entrance to Newcastle

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Location: North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Willem VS

September 23, 2025

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Hadrian’s Cycleway is a long-distance cycle route of approximately 280 kilometers that follows Emperor Hadrian’s Wall, from Ravenglass on the west coast to South Shields on the east coast of England. The route winds through the rugged landscape of Cumbria and Northumberland, passing Roman forts, coastlines, hills, and picturesque villages. Cyclists are immersed in both natural beauty and ancient history, with highlights such as Vindolanda Fort and the iconic Housesteads. Hadrian’s Cycleway is a unique combination of athletic challenge and cultural discovery, where every pedal stroke is a journey into the past.

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JakobusPilger

May 4, 2025

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The northernmost border of the Roman Empire in the British Isles was secured against the Celtic tribes by a massive structure: Hadrian's Wall, built in the 120s. An episode of the television series "Treasures of the Roman Empire" on German television (ZDF) is dedicated to this 117-kilometer-long border fortification. The film (available only in German) can be accessed via the following link in the ZDF media library =>> zdf.de/dokumentation/zdfinfo-doku/schaetze-des-roemischen-reichs--der-hadrianswall-100.html

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erwinsikkens_com

October 31, 2023

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Start of Hadrian's Cycleway cycle path towards Newcastle. Just further into town there is a bicycle-friendly café where you can stop for a coffee, food and service.

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Distance 5.97 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 20 m

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Wednesday 22 July

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