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Applecross to Shieldaig loop – Bealach na Ba

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5.0

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Applecross to Shieldaig loop – Bealach na Ba

04:54

71.6km

1,250m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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1

7.90 km

Typical of Ross-shire beaches on the Applecross peninsula. White sand and blue waters, with good views of the northern tip of Raasay on a clear day. If you have time …

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26.7 km

This small and mostly quiet road hugs the coastline along the northern shores of the Applecross Peninsula, from the north-west tip to the village of Shieldaig.

It's an absolutely incredible stretch with mind-blowing views along the undulating road, enjoy!

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3

39.7 km

A picturesque west coast village with hotel, shop and kayak hire.

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4

53.7 km

Proclaimed as one of the UK’s toughest and most magnificent stretches of tarmac, complete with stunning scenery and the greatest amount of ascent of any British road

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71.6 km

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Parking

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57.3 km

14.0 km

150 m

129 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

71.3 km

279 m

< 100 m

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Expert

5.0

400

Applecross to Shieldaig loop – Bealach na Ba

04:54h

71.6km

1,250m

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