Falkland Palace – Loch Leven's Larder loop from Ladybank
Falkland Palace – Loch Leven's Larder loop from Ladybank
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Falkland Palace – Loch Leven's Larder loop from Ladybank
03:23
56.5km
350m
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 10, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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7.21 km
Sustrans Millennium Milepost – Falkland
Highlight • Historical Site
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7.65 km
Falkland Palace
Highlight • Historical Site
Inspired by the grand châteaux of France, in the 16th century James IV and his son, James V, transformed this favoured retreat of the royal Stuarts – the palace became one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
One of Falkland’s most famous royal residents – Mary, Queen of Scots – was enchanted with the palace, and took advantage of Falkland’s vast estate to pursue falconry and hunting, while also enjoying a game of tennis in what is now the oldest surviving real (or royal) tennis court in the world.
Today, visitors can wander through our historic orchard, complete with a living willow labyrinth, and marvel at the beauty of our formal gardens designed by Percy Cane.
Although it fell into disrepair after 1660, Falkland Palace was saved from ruin in the 19th century by the 3rd Marquess of Bute. Innovative and passionate, Bute gave the palace a new lease of life.
Intricate wood panelling, impressive painted ceilings and beautifully carved furniture provide a visually stunning insight into Bute’s artistic vision, showcasing his respect for the palace’s Renaissance roots.
Source: nts.org.uk/visit/places/falkland-palace
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9.36 km
Sustrans Millennium Milepost — Pillars of Hercules
Highlight • Cycleway
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9.37 km
Pillars of Hercules Cafe
Highlight • Cafe
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11.7 km
Strathmiglo to Falkland Cycle Path
Highlight • Cycleway
23.2 km
Loch Leven's Larder
Highlight • Restaurant
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26.6 km
Burleigh Castle
Highlight • Castle
The grounds of the castle are accessible at all reasonable times. A sign on the door of the south west tower tells you where to find the keys that allow you to explore the interiors of both towers.
The origins of Burleigh Castle date back to 1446, when the lands hereabout were granted to Sir John Balfour of Balgarvie by James II. Some time soon afterwards the Balfour family built a tower house here, and this forms the basis of the north tower you can see today. It is likely that this first tower house stood on the west side of a courtyard surrounded by an enclosing barmkin wall, in which there would have been other buildings. Immediately to the west there is still a dip in the land that suggests there may also have been a defensive ditch or moat.
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29.9 km
The Court House
Highlight • Cafe
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56.5 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
35.2 km
15.0 km
4.92 km
769 m
549 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
48.1 km
5.11 km
2.59 km
420 m
314 m
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Elevation
Highest point (170 m)
Lowest point (30 m)
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