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River Sligachan – Sligachan Old Bridge loop from Sligachan

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River Sligachan – Sligachan Old Bridge loop from Sligachan

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River Sligachan – Sligachan Old Bridge loop from Sligachan

02:54

44.5km

620m

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 14, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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19 m

River Sligachan

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You can fish here.

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228 m

Sligachan Old Bridge

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The old bridge was built between 1810 and 1818. There are some beautiful myths surrounding them, such as that dipping one's face into the River Sligachan at the bridge bestows …

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779 m

View of the Cuillin Mountains from the Road to Sligachan

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the best views are on the way to Sligachan, so don't forget to turn around when coming off the bridge

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12.9 km

Talisker is the oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye and is located on the shores of Loch Harport with stunning views of the Cuillins.

Guided tours and tastings are available and must be booked in advance.

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20.7 km

Fairy Pools Wild Camping and Parking Area

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There are a lot of midges here, so be sure to bring a head net or midge spray. Avalon Skin so Soft is said to help very well

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24.0 km

Ruins

26.6 km

Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle

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wonderfull place but be prepared to get the early to get parked ip

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31.4 km

View of the Cuillin Hills

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It's about 15 km uphill, beautiful! But also a lot of traffic because the fairy pools are very popular

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44.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.5 km

15.9 km

988 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.5 km

696 m

254 m

< 100 m

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River Sligachan – Sligachan Old Bridge loop from Sligachan

Seumas' Bar

River Sligachan

Sligachan Old Bridge

View of the Cuillin Mountains from the Road to Sligachan

Talisker Distillery

Fairy Pools Wild Camping and Parking Area

Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle

View of the Cuillin Hills

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