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The Alexandria Loop
Alexandria, VA, US
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Best Bike Rides DC

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17 mi.
710 ft.

Documented in Best Rides Washington D.C., this ride will take you through the third most densely populated city in the United States, Alexandria, Virginia. Along the way you’ll ride through upscale neighborhoods, ethnically diverse areas, and the north side of Old Town. You can also make a pit stop at the Masonic Memorial, or continue through an industrial complex that will lead you to Alexandria’s new brewery, Port City.

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