Slateford Aqueduct – Path Along the Union Canal loop from Comiston
Slateford Aqueduct – Path Along the Union Canal loop from Comiston
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Slateford Aqueduct – Path Along the Union Canal loop from Comiston
00:47
7.50km
40m
Running
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: October 27, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
3.03 km
Slateford Aqueduct
Highlight • Historical Site
Tip by
3.54 km
Path Along the Union Canal
Highlight • River
Tip by
3.70 km
National Cycle Network Route Marker / Milepost 618
Highlight • Monument
There are four Millennium Milepost designs - this one was designed by Andrew Rowe.
Tip by
4.59 km
Prince Charlie-Aqueduct
Highlight • Monument
Impressive building on Slateford Road (near Lanark Road) - looks from the street as a normal Bridge …
Tip by
7.50 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.65 km
2.22 km
386 m
122 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
5.30 km
2.10 km
105 m
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