Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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2.39 km

Old Largs Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Just you, the road, the views and the sheep! Old Largs Road is a stunning piece of road that links Largs and Loch Thom.

Sometimes it really is just you …

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15.6 km

Loch Thom

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Lovely views across Loch Thom, and perfect for a little paddle if it’s warm enough! Great place for a picnic.

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17.8 km

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

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Lovely smooth tarmac from the main road, then some undulating gravel past the lochs before rejoining a lovely single track road.

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27.3 km

Cairn, Kilmacolm

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One of couple of cafe open during lockdown at Kilmacolm, various selection of cakes.

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30.5 km

Gas Bottle Legion Sculptures, Bridge of Weir Cycle Path

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Unusual sculpture on the cycle path near Bridge of Weir

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39.6 km

Big Bike Sculpture

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Exactly what it says on the tin - a fun statue of a big bike along NCN Route 7. Definitely worth stopping for a photo of the statue with your own bike.

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60.0 km

Caaf Reservoir

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A stunning reservoir to spin passed and a just reward for the climb up Fairlie Moor Road. Watch out for the slightly sharp turn at Birkheadsteel Bridge.

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64.0 km

View of Great Cumbrae from Fairlie Moor Road

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Spectacular views of Great Cumbrae. Fairlie Moor Road is very quiet with smooth flowing tarmac.

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73.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.6 km

22.3 km

6.65 km

4.82 km

2.14 km

Surfaces

47.2 km

22.1 km

2.75 km

1.47 km

Elevation

Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

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Wednesday 3 December

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Old Largs Road

Loch Thom

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

Cairn, Kilmacolm

Gas Bottle Legion Sculptures, Bridge of Weir Cycle Path

Big Bike Sculpture

Caaf Reservoir

View of Great Cumbrae from Fairlie Moor Road

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