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Shetland Islands

Calder's Geo – Esha Ness Lighthouse loop from Hillswick

Bike touring routes & trails

Shetland Islands

Calder's Geo – Esha Ness Lighthouse loop from Hillswick

Moderate

5

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Calder's Geo – Esha Ness Lighthouse loop from Hillswick

01:29

22.5km

320m

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: May 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

6.53 km

Braewick Café and Campsite

Highlight • Cafe

A nice little campsite with grass pitches or wooden eco wigwams.
The cafe serves fresh local and homemade food and drinks. It's closed on Mon & Tue but open from 10:00 - 16:00 Wed to Sun.

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2

7.15 km

Scottish House

Highlight • Other

3

10.9 km

Calder's Geo

Highlight • Gorge

Calder's Geo is an inlet in the cliffs of Esha Ness. A cave on the North side of the geo (which is only accessible by water craft during calm seas) …

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4

11.5 km

Esha Ness Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Remote place with some fine sea cliffs and great views.

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B

22.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

2.01 km

680 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.9 km

491 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

19°C

11°C

82 %

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