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Spittal of Glenshee – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Spittal of Glenshee

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Perth and Kinross

Spittal of Glenshee – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Spittal of Glenshee

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Spittal of Glenshee – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Spittal of Glenshee

02:20

47.7km

700m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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After 45.6 km for 153 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

412 m

Spittal of Glenshee

Highlight • Trail

The Spittal of Glenshee takes its name from the Old Scots word "spittal," meaning a hospital or resting place. Historically, it served as a shelter for travelers crossing the Cairngorms, especially drovers moving cattle and goods across the Highlands. It was an important stop for pilgrims and traders, providing respite from the harsh mountain terrain. Located at the head of Glenshee valley, the area was historically inhabited by the Clan Farquharson and other Highland clans, and served as a key point linking northern and southern Scotland. Over time, the settlement grew from a simple refuge into a more established community, reflecting the broader heritage of the Scottish Highlands and their role in connecting different regions.

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2

634 m

Spittal of Glenshee Hotel Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Shame it’s burnt out now as it was a great wee hotel back in the day.

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3

1.19 km

Cairnwell Pass Climb from Spittal of Glenshee

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

This climb up to the ski resort of Glenshee has the distinction of being Britain's highest pass, rising to 670m in altitude over 8km of riding

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9.52 km

Cairnwell Pass

Mountain Pass

5

37.8 km

Glenshee Ski Centre

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Glenshee Ski Centre sits at the top of The Cairnwell Pass, the UK’s highest public road.

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6

45.7 km

View from Glenshee

Highlight • Natural Monument

The view says it all

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B

47.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.7 km

1.07 km

785 m

142 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

47.6 km

153 m

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Highest point (670 m)

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Wednesday 11 November

2°C

-3°C

22 %

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