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Stromness

Stromness Old Town – Lanes of Stromness loop from Stromness

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Scotland
Orkney islands
Stromness

Stromness Old Town – Lanes of Stromness loop from Stromness

Easy

6

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Stromness Old Town – Lanes of Stromness loop from Stromness

00:50

12.4km

60m

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: August 4, 2025

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

226 m in total

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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858 m

View of Stromness

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1.10 km

Stromness Old Town

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Stromness is a village on Mainland, Orkney (Scotland), located by a natural harbor on the south-west side of the island. The name of the village is probably derived from the …

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6.35 km

Warebeth Beach

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A peaceful spot to decide on which way back and to indulge in some beachcombing.

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8.90 km

NorthLink Ferry

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If you're timing is right you can follow the shop as she heads into port with the spectacular backdrop of Hoy.

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9.85 km

Lanes of Stromness

Highlight • Settlement

Enjoy the wee shops, the cobblestones but watch out for quiet cars!

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10.5 km

Dr. John Rae Statue

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John Rae (1813 - 1893) was a Scottish surgeon who explored parts of Northern Canada.
Rae explored Boothia Gulf, northwest of Hudson Bay, from 1846 to 1847, and the Arctic …

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.08 km

2.35 km

2.07 km

1.99 km

1.89 km

Surfaces

6.64 km

2.11 km

1.04 km

1.03 km

820 m

743 m

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