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Scott Monument – View of Edinburgh Castle loop from Curriehill

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Scott Monument – View of Edinburgh Castle loop from Curriehill

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Scott Monument – View of Edinburgh Castle loop from Curriehill

02:00

32.5km

190m

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: March 22, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 16.5 km for 93 m

After 17.4 km for 262 m

After 19.2 km for 77 m

After 27.6 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.2 km

Polwarth Crescent Bridge

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Union Canal Bridge Polwarth Crescent - view of the bridge from the Union Canal Towpath

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13.1 km

Leamington Lift Bridge

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Union Canal Bridge between Gilmore Park and Lower Gilmore Place - near the Edinburgh Quay / Lochrin Basin.

The bridge was installed around 1906 where Fountainbridge crossed the canal replacing …

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14.6 km

Uplands Roast Coffee Stall

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Great coffee and speedy service at reasonable prices

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17.2 km

Cockburn Street

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Cockburn Street, one of the most charming and lively streets in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, is an absolute must-see for any visitor to the Scottish capital. With its …

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18.0 km

Scott Monument

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The Scott Monument Edinburgh is one of many monuments erected in Scotland in honor of Sir Walter Scott. This monument in Edinburgh is likely to be the largest of its …

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18.2 km

Princes Street Gardens

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Princes Street Gardens is one of the most important city parks located in the heart of Edinburgh. It separates the Old Town from the New Town.

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19.3 km

View of Edinburgh Castle

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To enhance your visit to Edinburgh Castle, consider starting your exploration at the topmost areas, such as Crown Square, and working your way down. This approach allows you to experience …

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28.5 km

Scott Russell Aqueduct

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Look down at the traffic jams on the bypass as you pedal along the canal

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32.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

6.05 km

2.84 km

2.57 km

1.42 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.3 km

3.35 km

1.40 km

369 m

101 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Thursday 7 May

14°C

8°C

23 %

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Scott Monument – View of Edinburgh Castle loop from Curriehill

Polwarth Crescent Bridge

Leamington Lift Bridge

Uplands Roast Coffee Stall

Cockburn Street

Scott Monument

Princes Street Gardens

View of Edinburgh Castle

Scott Russell Aqueduct

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