Grand Union Canal Walk
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16 mi (25.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 266 ft (81 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 20 min
- High point
- 459 ft (140 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Historic site: Blue Plaque: Lanchester Brothers built Uk's first motor car here 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Middle Ring Road 15th June 1990 13 mi (20.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Curzon Street Turntable 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Frederick Rowland Emett 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from start
- Historic site: G R Elkington 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Alexander Parkes 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Canal & River Trust Customer Service Centre 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Grand Union Canal Walk
How long is Grand Union Canal Walk?
Grand Union Canal Walk is 16 mi (25.8 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 20 min. It climbs 266 ft (81 m) in total, up to a high point of 459 ft (140 m).
How hard is Grand Union Canal Walk?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Grand Union Canal Walk?
Parking at the far end. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Grand Union Canal Walk?
Drinking water on the way at 15.8 mi (25.5 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 15.3 mi (24.6 km), 15.8 mi (25.5 km).
Is Grand Union Canal Walk shaded?
Partly shaded (52% under trees).
What can you do on Grand Union Canal Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Grand Union Canal Walk?
The Orange Tree, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Grand Union Canal Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Grand Union Canal Walk
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- Baddesley Clinton to Packwood Walk, Baddesley Clinton Two Pits Park · Moderate · 9.4 mi (15.1 km)
- E2 hiking trail Birmingham Solihull · Hard · 12.1 mi (19.4 km)
- Heart of England Way Countryside Walk, Baddesley Clinton Warwickshire · Easy · 3.1 mi (4.9 km)
- Rail Trail: Dorridge > Lapworth Warwickshire · Easy · 7 mi (11.3 km)
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- Rail Trail: Lapworth Circular Warwickshire · Easy · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Foxbrook Lane Warwickshire · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap