Errol, a region in Perthshire, Scotland, is situated within the fertile Carse of Gowrie, bordered by the Firth of Tay and the River Tay. This unique geographical setting provides a diverse landscape of low-lying agricultural plains, riverine paths, and scattered woodlands, with the Sidlaw Hills forming a picturesque backdrop to the north. The area offers varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
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69
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Average rating
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4.8
(4)
344
riders
91.2km
03:57
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

116
riders
36.9km
01:33
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

44
riders
52.1km
02:28
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

33
riders
33.5km
01:35
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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80
riders
17.2km
01:35
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

30
riders
28.9km
02:37
600m
600m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

15
riders
13.2km
01:08
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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15
riders
11.2km
01:00
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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44
hikers
7.06km
01:49
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
6.28km
01:38
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
5.31km
01:24
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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52
riders
34.0km
01:58
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
45.6km
02:43
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
42.6km
02:40
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
24.0km
01:58
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
runners
9.89km
01:01
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.82km
00:43
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
10.2km
01:03
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
5.81km
00:37
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
13.8km
01:16
320m
320m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
12.6km
01:02
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
22.3km
01:36
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
20.5km
01:29
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Errol offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region has 48 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.
The Errol region is situated within Perthshire, Scotland, specifically within the Carse of Gowrie. It is bordered by the Firth of Tay and the River Tay.
Yes, Errol offers 16 road cycling routes. These routes traverse the low-lying agricultural plain, providing scenic views over the Tay estuary. More information can be found in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Errol.
Errol features 5 hiking routes through fields, woodlands, and along riverine paths. Trails like the 'North Den Strip loop' (4.4 miles / 7.1 km) and the 'Birdwatching Viewpoint loop' (3.9 miles / 6.3 km) offer access to local nature. For more options, consult Hiking around Errol.
Yes, Errol has 4 mountain biking routes. These trails are suitable for exploring the diverse terrain of the region. Specific options are highlighted in the guide MTB Trails around Errol.
Yes, Errol provides easy hiking options suitable for various abilities. These trails often follow flat agricultural fields or riverine paths. The guide Easy hikes around Errol lists suitable routes.
The Errol region is characterized by the fertile Carse of Gowrie, the Firth of Tay, and the River Tay. It also features vast reed beds, which are the largest continuous expanse in the UK, and the backdrop of the Sidlaw Hills to the north.
Komoot offers several guides for Errol, including Road Cycling Routes around Errol, MTB Trails around Errol, Hiking around Errol, and Traffic-free bike rides around Errol.
Outdoor activities in Errol are popular on komoot, with more than 11,000 visitors having explored the region's routes. The 48 available routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars from over 600 ratings.
Yes, Errol offers traffic-free cycling routes suitable for both road cycling and touring. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed cycling experience. Refer to the guide Traffic-free bike rides around Errol for details.
The Errol region is rich in wildlife, offering opportunities to spot red, roe, and fallow deer, as well as red squirrels and beavers. The vast reed beds along the Tay are a haven for various birdlife, including wild fowl and ospreys.
While there is no specific tourism office for Errol, general tourist information for the wider Perthshire area can be obtained from the Perth iCentre. The iCentre can be reached by phone at 01738 450600.

