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Eads Bridge – Luther Ely Smith Square loop from Saint Louis

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United States

Missouri

St. Louis

Eads Bridge – Luther Ely Smith Square loop from Saint Louis

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5.0

(8325)

8,680

runners

Eads Bridge – Luther Ely Smith Square loop from Saint Louis

00:25

3.97km

30m

Running

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 2, 2026

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282 m

Old Courthouse

Highlight • Historical Site

The Old Courthouse ("Old Courthouse") is a representative building built in the Greek Revival style from 1816 to 1864, which originally served as a federal and regional court. The building was the site of the historically significant Dred Scott v Sandford trial, in which the Black Dred Scott had sued for release as a slave.

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496 m

Gateway Arch

Highlight • Monument

Gateway Arch, St Louis, United States 🇺🇸

The Gateway Arch stands as a magnificent monument to westward expansion, its gleaming stainless steel soaring 630 feet into the sky. Designed by Eero Saarinen, this iconic structure is not just a visual spectacle but also a testament to incredible engineering and architectural prowess. Visitors can even take a tram to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the city of St. Louis and the mighty Mississippi River, truly offering a unique perspective on the American landscape.

Beyond its impressive height, the Arch is nestled within Gateway Arch National Park, a vibrant green space that invites exploration and relaxation. The park grounds include the Old Courthouse, where the Dred Scott case was heard, adding a layer of historical significance to the modern landmark. Walking around the base of the Arch provides a different appreciation for its scale and the meticulous construction involved in its creation.

A trip to the Gateway Arch is more than just seeing a famous landmark; it's an immersive experience. The museum beneath the Arch offers insightful exhibits detailing the history of westward expansion and the construction of the monument itself, providing context and deepening one's understanding of its importance. Whether admiring it from afar or ascending to its summit, the Arch offers a memorable journey into American history and innovation.

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531 m

Reflective pool

Highlight • Monument

These reflective pools around the Gateway Arch are meant to encourage exactly that — (self) reflection — in a moment of quiet. You get some great views of the arch from here, too.

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816 m

Eads Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Eads Bridge is a combined railway and road bridge. It connects St. Louis in Missouri with East St. Louis in Illinois via the Mississippi River, which forms the border between the two states. The MetroLink, a light rail in the St. Louis metropolitan region (Greater St. Louis), runs on the lower floor, and a four-lane street is on the upper floor. When the bridge was completed in 1874, it had the largest spans of any arch bridge in the world.

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2.24 km

Eads Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Eads Bridge forms an auto/metro bridge with pedestrian access across the Mississippi River. There you get a beautiful view of The Arch and St. Louis it is also the state line between Missouri and Illinois.

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