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Central Scotland

National Cycle Route 74 – Road to Blackwood loop from Larkhall

Bike touring routes & trails

Central Scotland

National Cycle Route 74 – Road to Blackwood loop from Larkhall

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riders

National Cycle Route 74 – Road to Blackwood loop from Larkhall

03:04

49.0km

470m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.96 km

Broomhill Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Now closed, the viaduct used to carry trains from Stonehouse in to Larkhall. Reportedly it was the highest railway viaduct in Britain when constructed. Plans are suggested periodically to re-open it to cyclists and pedestrians.

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2

8.04 km

The Brew Barn

Highlight • Cafe

All the usual coffee and cakes. A complementary bike repair box, which is a nice touch.

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3

20.4 km

Confluence of Logan Water and River Nethan

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful scenery, quiet backroads leading to and from small south Lanarkshire towns and villages. Also some off road tracks.

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4

29.2 km

National Cycle Route 74

Highlight • Cycleway

National cycle route 74. Wide smooth surface, completely traffic free.

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5

39.3 km

Road to Blackwood

Highlight • Viewpoint

Quite roads, some good hills stretching from the bottom of the clyde valley up to Blackwood.

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B

49.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.6 km

5.68 km

3.95 km

668 m

103 m

Surfaces

25.7 km

22.4 km

778 m

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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