Pump House Park – Robert Lee Bridge loop from Montrose

Pump House Park – Robert Lee Bridge loop from Montrose

Moderate

2.6

(30)

riders

Pump House Park – Robert Lee Bridge loop from Montrose

02:37

46.0km

420m

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: November 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.13 km

Richmond Street Art Murals

Highlight • Monument

5.93 km

Richmond USA 2015 UCI Road World Championships course

Highlight • Cycleway

This is the 2015 UCI Road World Championships course in Richmond, Virginia, USA.

It was at this race where Peter Sagan famously attacked on 23rd Street to eventually win his first World Champs jersey. It’s a wonderful race course, with very flat first half and a nice mix of attackable climbs on the back half. Additionally, this map was refreshed in February 2020, giving it a fresh look and modern feel!

ROUTE BASICS
The route begins on flat roads, taking riders through two sprint points: first the Monument Avenue sprint, then the Broad Street sprint. In terms of distance, this flat portion lasts for half of the route. A long descent signals the start of the lumpier second half of the route.

Riders will quickly arrive on the cobbles of famous Libby Hill – a twisty, punchy climb which will certainly put hurt in the legs and gaps in the peloton! The 23rd Street KOM follows soon afterward – a short, straight, steep climb. Can you attack like Sagan and stay away?

Keep your speed up into the descent, then it’s a long, slow climb up to the false flat straightaway to the finish. The final kilometer is always a slugfest, and often the riders who go hard early are reeled back in when they run out of steam. Have you got what it takes?

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6.58 km

Virginia State Capitol

Highlight • Historical Site

The Virginia State Capitol in Richmond has served as the seat of the Virginia General Assembly for over two centuries. Designed by Thomas Jefferson and inspired by classical Roman architecture, it stands on Shockoe Hill overlooking the James River. The building witnessed major events, including Virginia’s declaration of independence and its role as the Confederate capital during the Civil War. Expanded in 1904, it remains a symbol of Virginia’s political legacy and architectural heritage.

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31.2 km

Pump House Park

Highlight • Monument

Pump House Park was built at the end of the 19th century to serve the Richmond city waterworks.

The impressive Victorian gothic style building will be converted into a visitor's centre or James River museum in the future.

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36.3 km

Pedestrian bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A spiral staircase leads to a pedestrian walkway that crosses the railroad tracks. The bridge connects the Buttermilk Trail to the High Water, Low Water, and JRPS Maintenance Trails.

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38.5 km

Robert Lee Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Great views. There is a separate bicycle lane keeping you safe.

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39.6 km

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Tyler Potterfield Bridge is built on the remains of an old hydroelectric dam. It's named for a former city planner and is open to pedestrians and cyclists and is wheelchair accessible.

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41.5 km