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Bike touring routes & trails

Scottish Borders

Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank

Bike touring routes & trails

Scottish Borders

Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank

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5.0

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29

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Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank

04:40

75.4km

710m

Cycling

Embark on the Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank, a challenging touring cycling route through the Scottish Borders. This difficult 46.9-mile (75.4 km) journey, with a significant 2317 feet (706 metres) of elevation gain, typically takes around 4 hours and 40 minutes to complete. You will cycle through diverse landscapes,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

3.14 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. …

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2

9.56 km

Scott's View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Scott's View is a stunning viewpoint overlooking the valley of the River Tweed.

It’s said to be one of the favourite views of Sir Walter Scott, and showcases the striking profile of the Eildon Hills.

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3

48.8 km

The Cross Keys Pub, Ancrum

Highlight • Pub

The Cross Keys is a friendly and welcoming, if not a little quirky, pub on the village green of Ancrum. They're more than used to catering for hungry and thirsty …

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4

70.0 km

Old Tweed Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The Old Tweed Bridge was opened by Sir Walter Scott in 1832 and served as the main link between Selkirk and Galashiels for 140 years.

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75.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

64.3 km

6.00 km

4.63 km

223 m

181 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

65.6 km

7.96 km

729 m

664 m

312 m

136 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

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Trail Reviews

March 18, 2022, Tour of some Borders Abbeys ~ CAN T2212

The route included 'Floors Castle' however the route through was blocked, spot the double back!