Road Cycling Highlight
Recommended by 26 road cyclists
Location: Colinton, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
A community art project has turned this ex railway tunnel into a great attraction.
April 28, 2021
Built in 1874 as part of the Balerno branch line, reopened in 1980 as a walkway, and it is now a popular tourist destination.
The tunnel is decorated with a mural depicting the history of Colinton and the surrounding area, created by Chris Rutterford and finished in 2008.
The tunnel is also home to a variety of wildlife, including bats, owls, and foxes.
July 31, 2023
This is a super photo stop. The tunnel is beautifully decorated with striking murals and is illuminated too so it sheds a bit more light on the topic!
August 11, 2025
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