Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 25, 2024

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Parking

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73 m

Sweetheart Abbey Ruins

The Abbey of Dulce Cor, better known as Sweetheart Abbey, was a Cistercian monastery founded in 1273 in what is now the village of New Abbey, in the historical county …

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4.00 km

Knockendoch Summit

Wonderful views from the peak of Knockendoch overlooking Loch Kindar and the surrounding countryside.

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5.57 km

This fantastic peak in southern Scotland offers magnificent views across the Barbara Channel toward England. On a clear day, it's possible to see the hills of the Lake District and even out to the Isle of Man.

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6.89 km

Gate to the Southern Uplands

A gateway to the rugged hills of southern Scotland.

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9.67 km

Loch Kindar

Wonderful location for a picnic next to the beautiful glassy waters of Loch Kindar.

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12.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.81 km

3.34 km

1.17 km

413 m

358 m

223 m

Surfaces

4.32 km

3.54 km

2.14 km

1.33 km

504 m

483 m

Elevation

Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Knockendoch to Criffel loop

Sweetheart Abbey Ruins

Knockendoch Summit

Criffel Summit

Gate to the Southern Uplands

Loch Kindar

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