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Cycling the John Muir Way — Across Scotland by canal and coastline

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Cycling the John Muir Way — Across Scotland by canal and coastline

Cycling Collection by Katherine Moore

Cycling the John Muir Way — Across Scotland by canal and coastline

4 days

2-3 h/day

208km

1,460m

1,460m

Welcome to the John Muir Way; a long distance walking and cycling route that spans the breadth of Scotland from Helensburgh on the west coast to Dunbar on the east. The trail totals 134 miles (216 km) from coast to coast, visiting the glorious Loch Lomond and through the city of Edinburgh’s historic heart before tracing the coastline to the finish.

It takes its name from the well regarded conservationist John Muir (1838-1914), who was born in Dunbar where the…

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The John Muir Way for cycling

207km

1,510m

1,500m

Last updated: November 29, 2024

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Stage 1: Helensburgh to Lennoxtown — The John Muir Way

49.8km

03:18

480m

420m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Collection Stats

Activities

4

Distance

208 km

Duration

13:17 h

Elevation

1,460 m

1,460 m

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