Rothesay Castle – Rothesay Harbour loop from Rothesay

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Rothesay Castle – Rothesay Harbour loop from Rothesay

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Rothesay Castle – Rothesay Harbour loop from Rothesay

01:09

18.1km

150m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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223 m

Carmen's Rest Shelter, Rothesay

Highlight • Rest Area

These should be on the OpenStreetMaps already but this one isn't, and the Scottish Water website says it's on the Square but it isn't. It's on the coastal side of …

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431 m

Rothesay Town Centre and Castle

Highlight • Castle

Rothesay is a smart Victorian seaside resort and the main town on the east side of Isle of Bute.

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4.22 km

Port Bannatyne Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Port Bannatyne is a pretty coastal village which was developed in the early 19th century as a harbour. It remains an atmospheric little place and has a couple of places to eat and drink, as well as some accommodation.

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7.67 km

Ettrick Bay

Highlight • Beach

Lovely bay on quiet roads. There is a café here too.

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11.5 km

View of Arran

Highlight • Viewpoint

lovely view on quiet roags.

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17.2 km

Rothesay Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Rothesay Castle is a magnificent ruined fortress in the heart of Rothesay. The castle is unique among Scottish castles due to its unusual circular plan and long history, which stretches …

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17.9 km

Criterion Pub

Highlight • Pub

The reward at Rothsey!

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18.1 km

Rothesay Harbour

Highlight • Structure

Rothesay is a Victorian seaside resort and is the principal town on the Isle of Bute. Renowned for its traditional harbour, 13th-century castle and pretty streets, Rothesay is a lovely …

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18.1 km

End point

Parking

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