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Scottish Borders

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Tweedbank

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Scottish Borders

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Tweedbank

Moderate

5.0

(1)

37

riders

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed – Melrose Abbey loop from Tweedbank

02:14

45.2km

510m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

2.91 km

Chain Bridge on the River Tweed

Highlight • Historical Site

Crossing the River Tweed to Gattonside Village.

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2

3.74 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. In 1385, Richard II's army destroyed most of the abbey. It is also thought to be the resting place of Robert the Bruce's heart, one of Scotland's national heroes. You can find more information, here: visitscotland.com/info/see-do/melrose-abbey-p247611.

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3

5.84 km

Rhymer's Stone

Highlight • Historical Site

Rhymer’s Stone is large stone inscribed with the legend of Thomas the Rhymer.

It marks the site of the Eildon Tree under which, according to legends, Thomas The Rhymer met the Faerie Queen.

Tip by

4

9.78 km

Toyota Lounge

Highlight • Cafe

Coffee whilst waiting for service.

Tip by

5

18.7 km

Road Through Ancient Oaks

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Gorgeous stretch of cycling along a country road dotted either side with towering ancient oaks.

Tip by

6

38.2 km

Climb to the Eildon Hills

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Starts at Bowden Toll crossroads and climbs up to a wee loch and a field full of Belted Galloway cattle- it’s a beaut

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42.1 km

Chargelaw Plantation - Broomybrae Woodland West

Forest

B

45.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.9 km

2.42 km

1.83 km

1.19 km

756 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.6 km

8.99 km

251 m

229 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (250 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Thursday 9 July

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