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Caledonian Canal

The best cycling routes around the Caledonian Canal

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Cycling around the Caledonian Canal is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Highlands. So you can find your perfect Caledonian Canal bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 21, 2025

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1. Moy Bridge & Gairlochy loop from Banavie

34.4km

02:28

280m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Inverlochy Castle & Neptune's Staircase loop from Fort William

14.4km

00:56

40m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Loch Eil loop from Fort William

40.3km

02:19

150m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Spean Bridge

26.5km

02:16

80m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Lower Falls, Glen Nevis – View of Ben Nevis loop from Fort William

22.7km

01:43

240m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Fort William

45.3km

03:08

300m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Neptune's Staircase – Caledonian Canal loop from Fort William

45.7km

03:35

370m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

21.2km

01:38

130m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. River Lochy at Inverlochy – Inverlochy Castle Ruins loop from Fort William

25.4km

02:06

310m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. View of the Ride – View of Ben Nevis loop from Fort William

8.82km

00:34

40m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around the Caledonian Canal

1. Moy Bridge & Gairlochy loop from Banavie

2. Inverlochy Castle & Neptune's Staircase loop from Fort William

3. Loch Eil loop from Fort William

4. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Spean Bridge

5. Lower Falls, Glen Nevis – View of Ben Nevis loop from Fort William

6. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Fort William

7. Neptune's Staircase – Caledonian Canal loop from Fort William

8. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

9. River Lochy at Inverlochy – Inverlochy Castle Ruins loop from Fort William

10. View of the Ride – View of Ben Nevis loop from Fort William

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