Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2025

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18.2 km

Brodick Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

Unveiled as part of a £31 million investment which has transformed the harbour. Usual facilities available.

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21.0 km

Northern Mountain Viewpoint

Highlight • Summit

Take a moment on a clear day to see the islands whole Northern Mountain range from a single viewpoint.

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22.1 km

View of Eilean Aoidhe

Highlight • Viewpoint

30.3 km

Beach

37.7 km

View of Kildonan Beach and Pladda Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

The beautiful sea views of the most southerly part of this Arran round trip.

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44.3 km

Quiet Country Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Smooth tarmac of dreams

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44.8 km

View of Pladda

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you finish the forestry tracks you meet the road and with that another viewpoint along the southern coast of Arran.

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53.5 km

View of Blackwaterfoot and the Southern West Coast of Arran

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views towards Blackwaterfoot. Southern west roads of Arran are spectacular.

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55.3 km

View of Blackwaterfoot and Drumadoon Bay

Highlight • Beach

Great views.

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57.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.0 km

15.8 km

797 m

646 m

149 m

Surfaces

55.6 km

736 m

387 m

367 m

152 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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