Cycling in Midlothian is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of South Scotland. So you can find your perfect Midlothian 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 8, 2025

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1. Gladhouse Reservoir loop from Gorebridge

29.7km

02:05

400m

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

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2. Elibank Craig Road – Rolling Hills Road loop from Gorebridge

80.3km

05:16

1,000m

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

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3. View of Edinburgh – Rolling Hills Road loop from Eskbank

97.2km

05:58

930m

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

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4. View of Edinburgh – Rolling Hills Road loop from Shawfair

92.0km

05:43

980m

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

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5. Roslin Glen Railway Tunnel – Penicuik Pond loop from Bonnyrigg

20.9km

01:18

170m

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

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6. Loganlea Reservoir – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Polton

42.9km

03:06

490m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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7. The Innocent Railway – Innocent Railway Tunnel loop from Eskbank

41.8km

02:32

250m

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

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8. The Innocent Railway – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Penicuik

56.6km

03:26

440m

450m

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

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9. Battle of Roslin Monument – Rosslyn Chapel loop from Shawfair

71.2km

04:22

590m

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

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10. Bilston Glen Bridge – Battle of Roslin Monument loop from Loanhead

16.6km

01:00

140m

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

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The best cycling routes in Midlothian

1. Gladhouse Reservoir loop from Gorebridge

2. Elibank Craig Road – Rolling Hills Road loop from Gorebridge

3. View of Edinburgh – Rolling Hills Road loop from Eskbank

4. View of Edinburgh – Rolling Hills Road loop from Shawfair

5. Roslin Glen Railway Tunnel – Penicuik Pond loop from Bonnyrigg

6. Loganlea Reservoir – Threipmuir Reservoir loop from Polton

7. The Innocent Railway – Innocent Railway Tunnel loop from Eskbank

8. The Innocent Railway – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Penicuik

9. Battle of Roslin Monument – Rosslyn Chapel loop from Shawfair

10. Bilston Glen Bridge – Battle of Roslin Monument loop from Loanhead

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