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Glenkiln Reservoir – View of Lochrutton loop from Dumfries

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Glenkiln Reservoir – View of Lochrutton loop from Dumfries

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26

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Glenkiln Reservoir – View of Lochrutton loop from Dumfries

03:10

63.8km

630m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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After 36.8 km for 459 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.50 km

Devorgilla Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

One of the oldest standing bridges in Scotland crosses the River Nith in Dumfries. Devorgilla Bridge is also sometimes known as Devorgilla's Bridge or the Old Bridge and is named …

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12.7 km

Shaw Woof

Forest

3

13.6 km

Glenkiln Belted Galloway Cattle

Highlight • Natural

You might find these guys on the road.

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4

15.8 km

Glenkiln Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Great views of one of Dumfriesshire's many lochs. The road alongside is well paved and a pleasure to ride.

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23.0 km

Hazel Wood

Forest

6

37.0 km

Scones and Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

7

53.4 km

View of Lochrutton

Highlight • Viewpoint

Some fine views over the Loch beside National Cycle route 7. Stop and take in the wildlife, with a good description of the various water-dwelling creatures in the area.

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8

58.9 km

Kilnford Farm Shop & Farmhouse Kitchen Café

Highlight • Cafe

Farm shop selling local produce. Has a sit-down, indoor café as well as an outdoor Bothy selling burgers and rolls.

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B

63.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

56.1 km

4.68 km

1.70 km

777 m

527 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.7 km

23.2 km

625 m

340 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Friday 9 October

12°C

6°C

67 %

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