Moderate bike ride. 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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4.20 km

Elibank Craig Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

16.2 km

Tweed Valley Railway Path

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Steady, long climb out of Innerleithen, part of the Coast and Castles and the Scottish C2C routes

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16.9 km

No. 1 Peebles Road Café

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Fabulous cafe in Innerleithem ideal stop for anyone doing the Capital Trail!

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18.3 km

Blue Bridge over the River Tweed

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Crossing the river, you have a great view from the bridge. A little stop is worth it here, so you can enjoy the picturesque view of the river floodplain.

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18.9 km

River Tweed

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The River Tweed, or Tweed Water (Scottish), is a river 97 miles (156 km) long that flows east across the Scottish Borders and into northern England. Tweed is an Old …

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27.8 km

View of Elibank Castle

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27.8 km

Elibank Castle Ruins

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Elibank was formerly known as Eliburn and overlooks the River Tweed from a commanding position high on its steep right bank. The late 16th century fortress is rudely built without …

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33.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.9 km

5.83 km

2.81 km

452 m

Surfaces

31.9 km

1.13 km

Elevation

Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

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