Glenelg Shop – Glenelg Inn loop from Shiel Bridge

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Glenelg Shop – Glenelg Inn loop from Shiel Bridge

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Glenelg Shop – Glenelg Inn loop from Shiel Bridge

02:18

30.9km

720m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Lochs Duich, Long and Alsh Marine Protected Area

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.64 km

View from the Old Military Road Towards Loch Duich

Highlight • Trail

It's a hard slog up the Old Military Road to the scenic point marked on the Ordnance Survey map, but it's worth the climb.

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4.81 km

View of Loch Duich from Mam Ratagan

Highlight • Viewpoint

The climb up to this point will have your heart pounding... but it's worth it. The descent is interesting, the speed will have to testing your brakes, a lot!

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14.7 km

Way Out West Café at Glenelg & Arnisdale Community Hall

Highlight • Cafe

Cool place with fine Cappuccino, Hot Chocolate, Brownies...

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14.9 km

Glenelg Shop

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely little supermarket in the small town of Glenelg.
Typical small town stuff. Old lady behind the counter, small stock, high prices... but might be exactly what you need when passing through ;)

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15.0 km

Glenelg Inn

Highlight • Pub

Your typical nice little pub in the small village of Glenelg. Nice place to get yourself filled up and ready to go... or linger a little bit longer if you're having a good time ;)

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15.3 km

View of Glenelg village and the Isle of Skye

Highlight • Settlement

Beautifully situated village overlooking the Island of Skye

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15.5 km

The Glenelg War Memorial is a war memorial located just south of Glenelg village, overlooking Glenelg Bay, near Kyle of Lochalsh. It was built in 1920 and is composed of a stone pedestal surmounted by a bronze sculpture consisting of a winged female Victory, a kneeling female figure representing Humanity, and a kilted Highland soldier with head bowed representing Peace. The theme of the sculpture is Peace and Victory coming to the aid of Humanity. There are dedicatory bronze plaques located on the pedestal for World War I and World War II.

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25.8 km

View of Loch Duich from Bealach Ratagan

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

The Bealach Ratagan climb from Shiel Bridge is a short but steep Highland ascent, averaging 9% with punishing ramps hitting 18%. The narrow, winding road climbs sharply with dense forest on one side and breathtaking views over Loch Duich on the other. The tarmac is decent but can be slick in damp conditions, and the hairpins demand careful line choice. Settle into a low gear early—the steepest sections come fast and don’t let up. Cresting the top rewards you with stunning vistas and a true sense of remote Scottish adventure.

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