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Water of Leith Walkway – Kirkgate Climb loop from Balerno

Routes
Road cycling routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
Currie

Water of Leith Walkway – Kirkgate Climb loop from Balerno

Easy

5

riders

Water of Leith Walkway – Kirkgate Climb loop from Balerno

00:29

9.43km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 4.57 km for 64 m

After 8.20 km for 83 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

412 m

Linfoy Loop

Highlight • Trail

2

764 m

Nicer alternative to walking between two villages

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3

1.28 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

The walkway begins next to Balerno High School.

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4

7.26 km

Kirkgate Climb

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Great wee climb. Not too long, but the 9-11% grade means pacing is important.

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B

9.43 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.09 km

1.81 km

1.09 km

301 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.84 km

2.32 km

148 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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