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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Parking

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7.90 km

Applecross Sands Beach

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

Coastal Road to Shieldaig with Views of Loch Torridon

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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39.7 km

Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig

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

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53.7 km

Bealach na Bà Pass

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

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.3 km

14.0 km

150 m

129 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

71.3 km

279 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (620 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

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Monday 20 October

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Applecross to Shieldaig loop – Bealach na Ba

Applecross Sands Beach

Coastal Road to Shieldaig with Views of Loch Torridon

Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig

Bealach na Bà Pass

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