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Gonville and Caius College – The Backs loop from Cambridge

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Gonville and Caius College – The Backs loop from Cambridge

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4.5

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2,418

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Gonville and Caius College – The Backs loop from Cambridge

01:55

18.5km

60m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

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481 m

Fort St. George, Cambridge

Highlight • Pub

Not necessarily the best pub in the area, but for a beer, it's simply wonderful to sit here in the late afternoon.

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4.43 km

Great St Mary's Church, Cambridge

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St Mary the Great is a Church of England parish and university church at the north end of King's Parade in central Cambridge, England. It is known locally as Great …

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4.48 km

Gonville and Caius College

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Caius is one of the oldest and largest colleges of the University of Cambridge. Founded in 1348, the College combines the best of Cambridge tradition with 21st century teaching and …

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5.16 km

The Backs

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An area of parkland along the River Cam, the Cambridge Backs, or usually known as The Backs, give a different perspective of the Cambridge Colleges. Across the water, the backs …

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5.95 km

Mathematical Bridge, Queens' College

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This bridge cannot be entered by visitors during the exam period, but you have a better view from the neighboring bridge anyway.

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6.21 km

Pembroke College Gardens

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Pembrooke is the third oldest college in Cambridge and dates back to the mid-14th century. With a bit of luck, the park is also open during exam periods when most …

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6.33 km

Peterhouse, University of Cambridge

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Peterhouse is the oldest of the Cambridge colleges, founded by Hugo de Balsham, Bishop of Ely in 1284 and granted its charter by King Edward I. The College is a …

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17.7 km

Christ's College, University of Cambridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Christ's College was first established as God's House in 1437 by William Byngham, a London parish priest, for training grammar school masters. Shortly after receiving its Royal Licence from Henry …

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18.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.91 km

3.60 km

3.09 km

1.04 km

993 m

521 m

285 m

Surfaces

11.7 km

5.04 km

900 m

497 m

257 m

Elevation

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Monday 6 July

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Gonville and Caius College – The Backs loop from Cambridge

Fort St. George, Cambridge

Great St Mary's Church, Cambridge

Gonville and Caius College

The Backs

Mathematical Bridge, Queens' College

Pembroke College Gardens

Peterhouse, University of Cambridge

Christ's College, University of Cambridge

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