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    Location: Stromness, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    July 5, 2023

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    Stromness is a village on Mainland, Orkney (Scotland), located by a natural harbor on the south-west side of the island. The name of the village is probably derived from the …
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    October 28, 2022

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    Stromness is a historical town built around the safe harbour that's been in use since before Viking times. The towns old buildings, flagstones streets and multiple piers and jetties are fascinating to wonder around. To find out more about the history look out for the blue plaques on buildings or visit the museum.
    Today Stromness is the hub of the islands diving industry where visitors can explore the wrecks from the world wars in Scapa Flow.
    It's a ferry hub that links Orkney to mainland Scotland and some of the other Orkney islands.

    August 6, 2022

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    Nice place with port and old town
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    1. Hoy & Graemsay loop using the ferry from Stromness — Orkney

    43.6km

    02:36

    270m

    270m

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

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

    Moderate

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

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