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Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain – Roanoke City Market loop from Roanoke

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Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain – Roanoke City Market loop from Roanoke

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Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain – Roanoke City Market loop from Roanoke

02:03

27.1km

640m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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: March 17, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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5.66 km

Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain

Highlight • Monument

The brightly illuminated star that sits on top of Mill Mountain (1,703ft/519m) was constructed in 1949, and initially meant to only be lit during Christmas season. However, it proved to …

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5.82 km

Mill Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Reaching the top of Mill Mountain rewards mountain bikers with stunning bird's-eye views of the city after conquering the challenging ascent. As you power up steep grades through dense forests, …

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14.1 km

View of Roanoke Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

At 2,192 feet, Roanoke Mountain is not the tallest mountain near the city, but it is one of the most popular due to the short hike required to reach the …

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26.4 km

Downtown Roanoke

Highlight • Settlement

The history of the railway is present in many corners of the city. If you come to visit, don't hesitate to see one of the many interesting museums (the science …

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26.5 km

Roanoke's City Market is the oldest continuously operating markets in Virginia, getting its start in 1882. In addition to the excellent food on offer the surrounding historic district is home to other attractions such as the Roanoke Pinball Museum.

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26.8 km

Market Square Walkway

Highlight • Bridge

The Market Square Walkway was built in 1995 to connect the newly renovated Hotel Roanoke with Historic Downtown Roanoke. Trainspotters will enjoy the panoramic view over one of the most active railway corridors in the US.

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27.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.0 km

9.28 km

6.71 km

695 m

251 m

183 m

Surfaces

23.6 km

2.75 km

527 m

262 m

Elevation

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Highest point (640 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain – Roanoke City Market loop from Roanoke

Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain

Mill Mountain

View of Roanoke Mountain

Downtown Roanoke

Roanoke City Market

Market Square Walkway

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