The Old Tweed Bridge was opened by Sir Walter Scott in 1832 and served as the main link between Selkirk and Galashiels for 140 years.

It’s a three-span listed masonry arch that crosses the River Tweed. It now operates as a link for pedestrians and cyclists only after structural weaknesses meant it closed to vehicles in 2011.

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1. Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank

75.4km

04:40

710m

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

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2. Melrose Red Route

29.7km

01:58

390m

Cycle the moderate Melrose Red Route, an 18.5-mile (29.7 km) touring cycling trail with 1271 feet (387 metres) of elevation gain.

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3. Melrose and Selkirk loop from Tweedbank

49.8km

03:08

470m

This difficult 30.9-mile touring cycling loop from Tweedbank explores the Scottish Borders, featuring Eildon Hills and Scott's View.

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Location: Royal Burgh Of Selkirk And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Market Square, Melrose

View of the Eildon Hills from Ladhope Moor

Gala Hill Summit

Abbotsford House and Gardens

Climb to the Eildon Hills

Old Tweed Bridge

1. Melrose and Kelso loop from Tweedbank

2. Melrose Red Route

3. Melrose and Selkirk loop from Tweedbank

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