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The best cycling routes In Lothian

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Cycling In Lothian is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Scotland. So you can find your perfect Lothian 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: November 29, 2025

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1. Dalmeny Estate loop from Leith – The John Muir Way

36.2km

02:21

270m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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4.3

(33)

141

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2. Glencorse Reservoir loop from Edinburgh Waverley – Pentland Hills Regional Park

42.9km

02:59

410m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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4.6

(27)

163

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3. Edinburgh to Hartington via Dalkeith Park – John Muir Way

71.9km

04:29

490m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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5.0

(5)

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4. Blackness Castle loop from Dalmeny

26.8km

01:43

190m

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

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4.7

(3)

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5. Abercorn beach loop from Linlithgow Palace

31.2km

02:03

240m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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4.3

(6)

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6. Braid Burn Path loop from Edinburgh Waverly

12.5km

00:49

130m

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

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7. Wilderness Wood loop from Livingstone – Almondell & Calderwell Country Park

16.5km

01:07

110m

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

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8. Cairns Castle loop from South Queensferry – Pentland Hills Regional Park

49.0km

03:06

420m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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4.0

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9. Beecraigs Forest & Muiravonside park loop from Linlithgow – Beecraigs Country Park

24.6km

01:43

330m

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

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4.0

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10. Armadale to Wilsontown gravel loop

53.8km

03:32

510m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes In Lothian

1. Dalmeny Estate loop from Leith – The John Muir Way

2. Glencorse Reservoir loop from Edinburgh Waverley – Pentland Hills Regional Park

3. Edinburgh to Hartington via Dalkeith Park – John Muir Way

4. Blackness Castle loop from Dalmeny

5. Abercorn beach loop from Linlithgow Palace

6. Braid Burn Path loop from Edinburgh Waverly

7. Wilderness Wood loop from Livingstone – Almondell & Calderwell Country Park

8. Cairns Castle loop from South Queensferry – Pentland Hills Regional Park

9. Beecraigs Forest & Muiravonside park loop from Linlithgow – Beecraigs Country Park

10. Armadale to Wilsontown gravel loop

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