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Leith Central

Cockburn Street – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

Moderate

4.0

(3)

37

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Cockburn Street – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

01:03

15.8km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.36 km for 110 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.48 km

Cockburn Street

Highlight • Settlement

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

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3.23 km

Candlemaker Row

Highlight • Monument

Nice street in Edinburgh.
Candlemaker Row (known as a "Back Alley.") "Reputed to be the original Diagon Alley!" Famed for weird and wonderful shops inc. Under the Stairs, The Witchcraft …

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3.91 km

Uplands Roast Coffee Stall

Highlight • Cafe

Great coffee and speedy service at reasonable prices

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7.05 km

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

At the eastern end of the Royal Mile stands the impressive Holyrood Palace. Officially known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, it is the official British royal residence in Scotland. It …

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8.77 km

The road leading to Edinburgh Castle. The heart of the city of Edinburgh.

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12.8 km

Path to Calton Hill

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Calton Hill in Edinburgh is the city's most prominent elevation at 103 meters high. It is at the east end of Princes Street. On Calton Hill are the National Monument …

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15.8 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.42 km

3.55 km

3.01 km

1.68 km

903 m

163 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

2.97 km

1.47 km

198 m

142 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 8 November

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26 %

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