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Cycling in Scotland
There are many ways to explore our wonderful country but cycling in Scotland is one of the best. Take your time to see more, improve your health and well-being, and reduce your carbon footprint.
Your next cycling holiday could include our amazing long-distance routes, or purpose-built trails at one of 25 world-class mountain biking centres.
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National Cycle Routes & Paths in Scotland
Browse a network of signed cycle paths and routes and find one near you.
Sustrans Map of National Cycle Routes in Scotland
With the Sustrans cycle map, you’ll find routes for cycling adventures and for easy and relaxed days in the outdoors.
Our cycling route suggestions
There are lots of safe and traffic-free cycling networks and routes available.
11 of the Best Cycling Routes in Scotland
Experience Scotland's beauty by bike with these 11 must-pedal routes around Arran, Edinburgh, Loch Leven & more.
Cycling Routes for Beginners
Discover 10 scenic cycle routes, perfect for beginners. Including Drumlanrig Castle, Aviemore to Abernethy Forest and the Strathkelvin Railway Path.
Other cycling events
In Scotland, we love cycling so much so that we put on some rather wonderful events to celebrate the joy of being on two wheels.
Tayside Challenge
There are two Tayside Challenge routes, 46 miles and 81 miles, starting and finishing at Pitcairngreen near Perth.
Tour O The Borders
Tour O The Borders is a spectacular closed-road sportive taking you through some of the finest landscape the Scottish Borders has to offer.
Dukes Weekender
The Dukes Weekender centres on Dukes Pass near Aberfoyle in the Trossachs. It includes biking events and the friendly Dukes Gathering at Forth Inn.
Thrive Ballater
Thrive Ballater returns with guided rides, cycling events, bike demos from top brands, well-being experiences and a busy entertainment programme.
What's New
Cyclists explore the quiet roads of south Scotland
© Galloway Cycling Holidays / Warren Sanders
The Kirkpatrick C2C
This exciting new ‘coast to coast’ route launched by Sustrans weaves through the stunning landscapes of south Scotland, starting in Eyemouth and ending in Stranraer. See sparkling rivers, spotless beaches, magnificent historic sites and sweeping hillsides as you discover a land brimming with captivating history and legends.
More ways to enjoy cycling in Scotland
A family explore the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Cycling Holidays
A cycle holiday in Scotland is a great way to see all the sights. Choose between guided, self-guided or a bespoke trip. You have an amazing choice of cycle routes across the country, so it's more a question of where do you want to explore first?
Bike hire in Scotland
National Cycle Network Route 7
© Sustrans / Andy McCandlish
Cycling shops
There's a great network of cycle shops that hire out top quality bikes and offer those last-minute spares or repairs if you're bringing your own bike. The friendly staff in these shops can often offer great advice on where to ride and what to see too.
Cycling is also a brilliant (and green) way to explore Scotland's cities. And it's easy with great bike hire schemes.
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