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Braid Burn Path – Hermitage of Braid House loop from Craigmillar

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Braid Burn Path – Hermitage of Braid House loop from Craigmillar

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Braid Burn Path – Hermitage of Braid House loop from Craigmillar

00:35

8.88km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.44 km

Braid Burn Path

Highlight (Segment) • River

Shared use path through the Braid hills area to the south of Edinburgh, following the Braid Burn. Loads of interesting things to see including small waterfalls, tons of wildlife and …

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5.00 km

Hermitage of Braid House

Highlight • Monument

The Hermitage of Braid is the name of this whole area, including Blackford Hill, the observatory and the Braid Burn. Today it's known as the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford …

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5.24 km

The Hermitage Forest Path and Stream

Highlight • River

Can get very muddy but it is a nice wee escape from the town.

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8.88 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.88 km

2.72 km

2.42 km

768 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.20 km

1.06 km

1.02 km

573 m

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