Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Kingsknowe

Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Kingsknowe

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Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Kingsknowe

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22.1km

200m

Road cycling

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

Last updated: October 28, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.09 km for 158 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.62 km

Victor Hugo Continental Delicatessen

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe with covered outdoor seating with a view of the Meadows and a railing across the street where you can prop your bike and keep on eye on it.

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10.1 km

St Margaret's Loch and the ruins of St Anthony's Chapel

Highlight • Historical Site

An artificial loch.
The ruined St Anthony's Chapel stands above St Margaret's Loch. Saint Margaret of Scotland (c. 1045-1093), also known as Margaret of Wessex, was an English princess and a Scottish queen.

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10.5 km

Arthur's Seat Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

1.43km from the bottom, rising 83m for an average of 5.8%.

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11.6 km

Dunsapie Loch

Highlight • Natural

The Dunsapie Loch invites you to linger.

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13.0 km

Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Volcano

An extinct volcano on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat is the main peak in Holyrood Park. Standing at 832 feet (251 m), the hill is popular with hikers, cyclists …

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14.0 km

Salisbury Arms

Highlight • Restaurant

A popular gastropub located in Edinburgh, known for its cozy atmosphere, classic British pub fare, and a beautiful outdoor terrace.

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15.5 km

The Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Very nice to cycle around the meadows. You get a nice view of Arthur seat and there are plenty of cafes around as well as a few bike shops nearby. It can get busy with pedestrians at times.

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