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United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Scottish Borders
Royal Burgh Of Selkirk And District

Melrose Abbey – Temple of the Muses loop from Hare Moss

Moderate

11

riders

Melrose Abbey – Temple of the Muses loop from Hare Moss

02:45

54.5km

710m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

9.31 km

Lindean Hill

Highlight • Summit

Lindean hill. This is a cracking hill that keeps on going and going. Some great steep sections

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2

18.4 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. …

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3

21.0 km

Trimontium Roman Fort Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

The Three Peaks of the Eildon Hills.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trimontium_(Newstead)

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4

21.7 km

Leaderfoot Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Sometimes called the Drygrange Viaduct, this impressive structure stands 126 feet above the River Tweed. A good place to stop for a break and try and glimpse a train going over.

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24.1 km

Mill Pond

Lake

6

24.7 km

Lovely views across to the Eildon Hills

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7

24.9 km

Scott's View – View of the Eildon Hills

Highlight • Natural Monument

Views across the Scottish Borders

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8

34.2 km

Dryburgh Abbey Ruins

Highlight • Religious Site

The ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are arguably one of the most spectacular of the 4 abbeys. The abbey was founded in 1150 and sits alongside the River Tweed.

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9

34.5 km

Temple of the Muses

Highlight • Historical Site

This beautiful circular temple was built in 1817 by the Earl of Buchan (probably not with own hands, I gather?...) as a tribute to poet James Thomson. A beautiful place to stop at.

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B

54.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.5 km

7.94 km

3.81 km

153 m

136 m

Surfaces

39.2 km

15.2 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Sunday 21 June

22°C

11°C

70 %

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