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Forth and Clyde Canal – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Bishopbriggs

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Forth and Clyde Canal – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Bishopbriggs

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4.7

(3)

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Forth and Clyde Canal – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Bishopbriggs

01:08

19.9km

60m

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: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.75 km

Mill Plantation

Forest

6.50 km

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Structure

7.09 km

Nonna's Kitchen

Highlight • Other

9.98 km

Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

A delightful stretch of the canal.

Tip by

15.2 km

The Stables

Highlight • Cafe

On a nice day it’s the perfect little spot to take a wee break and grab a bite or a drink. It’s situated right on the tow path so you don’t need to worry about finding it!

Tip by

17.6 km

Cadder Parish Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Cadder Parish Church of Scotland. There's a carpark next to the canal so you can start/finish the walk there, or further along the canal

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17.8 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good straights and class scenery. Roots at certain sections growing under the tarmac, which can make it a bit of a tough getting the power down. Lovely views.

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19.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

1.43 km

449 m

349 m

169 m

113 m

Surfaces

18.6 km

651 m

388 m

220 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 7 July

21°C

14°C

15 %

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Forth and Clyde Canal – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Bishopbriggs

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

Nonna's Kitchen

Forth and Clyde Canal

The Stables

Cadder Parish Church

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

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