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Eskbank / Newbattle

Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Eskbank

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Eskbank / Newbattle

Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Eskbank

Moderate

5.0

(2)

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Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Eskbank

02:21

46.5km

610m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.6 km for 170 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

9.85 km

Salisbury Arms

Highlight • Restaurant

A popular gastropub located in Edinburgh, known for its cozy atmosphere, classic British pub fare, and a beautiful outdoor terrace.

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2

19.6 km

Queen's Drive to Duddingston

Highlight • Viewpoint

Fast descent to duddingston from Arthur’s seat or nice climb in opposite direction

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3

22.7 km

Arthur's Seat Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

1.43km from the bottom, rising 83m for an average of 5.8%.

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4

25.2 km

Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Volcano

An extinct volcano on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat is the main peak in Holyrood Park. Standing at 832 feet (251 m), the hill is popular with hikers, cyclists …

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5

29.0 km

Wojtek the Soldier Bear Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Brave bear in the battle for Monte Cassino and other WWII locations.

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6

31.2 km

Gamma

Highlight • Cycleway

A unique space down in Stockbridge incorporating a love of bikes, coffee and art. At Gamma Transport you can sort your bike out whilst having a specially blended cup of coffee and taking in some contemporary urban art.

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7

32.5 km

Fortitude Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

Excellent coffee and great baking, made on site. Try the vegan haggis sausage roll!

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8

35.3 km

The Meadows

Highlight • Natural

On sunny days there will be a think hazy of BBQ smoke and jugglers as far as the eye can see.

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43.8 km

Lugton Bogs

Forest

B

46.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.7 km

12.2 km

6.79 km

6.68 km

2.07 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.2 km

5.51 km

1.68 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

17°C

8°C

50 %

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