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Hiking
The Galashiels/Tweedbank area is a haven for hiking in Scotland, with multiple great peaks in one area. Galashiels is easily accessible by train so it's a fantastic place to start a hike up the New Cairn.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near New Cairn
5.0
(1)
2
hikers
22.3km
07:00
870m
870m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
5.0
(1)
11
hikers
11.4km
03:29
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
5.0
(1)
11
hikers
15.5km
04:19
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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Elevation 280 m
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Location: Galashiels, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom