Avon Aqueduct – Linlithgow Loch loop from Whitecross

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Avon Aqueduct – Linlithgow Loch loop from Whitecross

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Avon Aqueduct – Linlithgow Loch loop from Whitecross

03:58

15.2km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Bus stop

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41 m

View of the Pond and Bridge

Highlight • Lake

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Avon Aqueduct

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Excellent viewing spot for the Avon Aqueduct. There are a set of steps here where you can walk up to the aqueduct and walk across for even more stunning views. …

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Union Canal at Linlithgow

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The Cross Well in Linlithgow

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Centrally located in Linlithgow is the Cross Well. This beautifully crafted fountain was erected around 1535. In addition to the unicorn bearing a shield, you can find a drummer and …

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Linlithgow Burgh Halls

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St Michael's Parish Church

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Linlithgow Loch

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Spot the manmade islands on the loch - originally, there were piers leading to it from the loch's banks...

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View of Linlithgow Palace from Linlithgow Loch

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Linlithgow Loch is a shallow freshwater loch which is interesting as an example of how lakes can adapt to eutrophication. Over the years high levels of agricultural run off has …

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