The Caledonian Canal runs for 60 spectacular miles (100km) through Scotland's Great Glen, connecting Inverness on the east coast with Corpach near Fort William on the west coast. The canal was constructed in the early 1800s to designs by celebrated Scottish engineer, Thomas Telford. A third of the canal's length is man-made, with the rest being formed by the Great Glen Fault and taking in Loch Dochfour, Loch Ness, Loch Oich, and Loch Lochy. A multi-user path along its length makes it a perfect place to ride, run or hike.

Jasper W

September 17, 2021

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1. Loch Lochy loop from Spean Bridge

43.4km

03:07

440m

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2. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

72.4km

06:15

620m

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3. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Laggan Locks

63.0km

05:19

540m

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

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Distance 2.02 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Spean Bridge, Roy Bridge And Achnacarry, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Caledonian Canal

1. Loch Lochy loop from Spean Bridge

2. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

3. Caledonian Canal – Neptune's Staircase loop from Laggan Locks

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