Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 29, 2025

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.41 km

View of the Falkirk Wheel and Information Board

Highlight • Viewpoint

Not only you'll have an interesting view of the Falkirk Wheel from this highlight, you'll also be able to relax on a bench and/or have a look at a map of the surroundings, including various paths and landmarks.

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11.5 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Near Banton

Highlight • Cycleway

Spacious tarmac path, this section being amongst the best.

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20.7 km

Ruins

29.9 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good straights and class scenery. Roots at certain sections growing under the tarmac, which can make it a bit of a tough getting the power down. Lovely views.

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30.2 km

Mill Plantation

Forest

35.0 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Forth and Clyde Canal was constructed in 1790. It was successful initially but closed in the 1960s. Today it's a leisure destination with a brilliant towpath making an ideal cycling outing.

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36.1 km

Stockingfield Junction Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Stockingfield Junction is a spot along the canal between Maryhill and Ruchill in Glasgow, Scotland. It first opened back in 1777, closed in 1963, and was later restored and reopened …

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50.1 km

Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

A delightful stretch of the canal.

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55.6 km

View of Auchinstarry Marina

Highlight • River

Delightful spot for rest.

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70.1 km

The Falkirk Wheel

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely cafe, also just a good spot with benches to take a break when riding along the canals

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72.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

69.4 km

1.55 km

517 m

436 m

288 m

142 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

71.5 km

627 m

164 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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