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United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
Hutchison/Chesser

Rosslyn Chapel – Arthur's Seat Climb loop from Slateford

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Road cycling routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
Hutchison/Chesser

Rosslyn Chapel – Arthur's Seat Climb loop from Slateford

Moderate

1.0

(1)

19

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Rosslyn Chapel – Arthur's Seat Climb loop from Slateford

01:40

35.4km

390m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 127 m for 8 m

After 35.3 km for 8 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

12.1 km

Rosslyn Chapel

Highlight • Monument

An impressive chapel, managed by Historic Scotland. Best to book on busy weekends and holidays.

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2

25.8 km

Arthur's Seat Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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3

26.9 km

Dunsapie Loch

Highlight • Natural

The Dunsapie Loch invites you to linger.

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4

28.3 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

29.3 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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6

30.4 km

Cafe with covered outdoor seating with a view of the Meadows and a railing across the street where you can prop your bike and keep on eye on it.

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7

31.0 km

The Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Very nice to cycle around the meadows. You get a nice view of Arthur seat and there are plenty of cafes around as well as a few bike shops nearby. It can get busy with pedestrians at times.

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B

35.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

11.4 km

8.75 km

415 m

296 m

143 m

139 m

Surfaces

32.2 km

3.08 km

143 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

21°C

12°C

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