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Argyll and Bute

Rothesay Harbour – View of the Kyles of Bute loop from Rothesay

Bike touring routes & trails

Argyll and Bute

Rothesay Harbour – View of the Kyles of Bute loop from Rothesay

Moderate

4.7

(3)

47

riders

Rothesay Harbour – View of the Kyles of Bute loop from Rothesay

01:47

29.4km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

144 m

Criterion Pub

Highlight • Pub

The reward at Rothsey!

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2

290 m

Rothesay Harbour

Highlight • Structure

Rothesay is a Victorian seaside resort and is the principal town on the Isle of Bute. Renowned for its traditional harbour, 13th-century castle and pretty streets, Rothesay is a lovely …

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3

350 m

Carmen's Rest Shelter, Rothesay

Highlight • Rest Area

These should be on the OpenStreetMaps already but this one isn't, and the Scottish Water website says it's on the Square but it isn't. It's on the coastal side of …

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4

474 m

Grantham Hotel and Steamship at Rothesay Promenade

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Beautiful buildings and views a plenty.

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5

2.87 km

View of the Kyles of Bute

Highlight • Lake

6

16.7 km

Kilchattan Bay Tea Room & Post Office

Highlight • Cafe

Small tea room with picnic tables across the quiet road and views over the bay.

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7

18.4 km

The Kingarth Hotel

Highlight • Restaurant

Great pint and bar food.

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8

18.5 km

Kingarth Signposts and Bute Cycle Network Directions

Highlight • Cycleway

Opposite the Kingarth Hotel are some helpful signposts

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B

29.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.9 km

4.61 km

3.48 km

1.28 km

180 m

Surfaces

24.3 km

4.74 km

364 m

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Saturday 27 June

18°C

13°C

81 %

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