Trails & Tales: Vienna’s Hidden History Bike Ride on the W&OD Trail

THERE ARE 3 DIFFERENT DATES OFFERED FOR THIS BIKE RIDE: AUGUST 8, SEPTEMBER 12, OCTOBER 10

Bring your bike and discover the Vienna you never knew hiding in plain sight along the W&OD Trail.

Uncover nearly 200 years of the Vienna area’s history by exploring the seen, and unseen, sites along the historic W&OD corridor. You’ll see what you’ve been missing along the trail and share the stories that bring the past to life. Whether you’re a fit cyclist, a casual biker or just enjoy local history, this ride is for you.

All bike ride tours begin at 8:30am and start in front of the Freeman Store & Museum located at 131 Church Street, NE in Vienna.

$25 per person (A portion of all ticket sales will support Historic Vienna, Inc.)

Maximum of 10 riders per tour – make your reservation today!

See Eventbrite posting for more information. To register click here.

ITINERARY  8:30am – 12noon
8:30  Check-in and bib issue at the Freeman Store & Museum, 131 Church Street, NE Vienna

9:00 Welcome/Introduction, The Civil War in Vienna  

9:20 Vienna Station and Right-of-Way Encroachment  

9:25 Piney Branch Stone Bridge  

9:40 Clarks Crossing/Beulah Adams House

9:50 Hunter Mill Road

10:00 Arrive 1911 Buckthorn Lane

        -Authenticated Confederate Trenches

        -Civil War Artifacts

        -Q&A

        -Refreshments

10:30 Depart 1911 Buckthorn Lane

10:45 Wiehle Station

11:00 Bowman Distillery/R. Wiehle House

11:15 Wiehle Mansion

11:45 Rev. Read Assassination Site  

12:00 Return to Freeman Store & Museum – light snacks served courtesy of Historic Vienna, Inc.