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Melrose Abbey – River Tweed loop from Tweedbank

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Melrose Abbey – River Tweed loop from Tweedbank

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Melrose Abbey – River Tweed loop from Tweedbank

02:38

10.1km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.29 km

Path Along the River Tweed

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The path also leads along the wall, right next to the Tweed!

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3.92 km

Fly Fishing on the River Tweed

Highlight • Trail

Nice walk along the Tweed, remember to take your camera.

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4.66 km

Wilson's Wirk Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Keep your picnic for this lovely location

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6.53 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. …

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6.71 km

Harmony Garden

Highlight • Natural

The small garden is an oasis of peace

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7.33 km

River Tweed

Highlight • River

The track we were following had a closed off area due to be re-opened by Jul 23. This just added an extra mile at the start.

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7.84 km

River Tweed

Highlight • Trail

The River Tweed flows for 97 miles (156km) across the Scottish Borders. This section in Montrose is also part of the Southern Uplands Way and the Borders Abbeys Way, both long distance footpaths.

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8.17 km

River Tweed South Bank

Highlight (Segment) • River

A lovely and peaceful walk away from the frequently busy streets of Melrose and Tweedbank. The lazily and slowly flowing River Tweed will bring you peace that you need!

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10.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.79 km

3.31 km

1.19 km

1.18 km

519 m

Surfaces

4.20 km

2.53 km

1.13 km

846 m

751 m

524 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 8 July

27°C

12°C

0 %

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Melrose Abbey – River Tweed loop from Tweedbank

Path Along the River Tweed

Fly Fishing on the River Tweed

Wilson's Wirk Shelter

Melrose Abbey

Harmony Garden

River Tweed

River Tweed

River Tweed South Bank

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