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Stromness Old Town – Bay of Skaill loop from Stromness

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Stromness Old Town – Bay of Skaill loop from Stromness

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4.0

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Stromness Old Town – Bay of Skaill loop from Stromness

01:34

24.5km

290m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 17, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

411 m

View of Stromness

Highlight • Settlement

stromness-orkney.co.uk

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2

656 m

Stromness Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Stromness is a village on Mainland, Orkney (Scotland), located by a natural harbor on the south-west side of the island. The name of the village is probably derived from the …

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3

12.4 km

Skara Brae Neolithic Settlement and Visitor Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Skara Brae is Europes most complete Neolithic village. The site consists of 10 clustered houses made of flagstones in earthern dams that support the walls. The houses had stone hearths, …

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4

12.7 km

Skara Brae Neolithic Village & Visitor Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

The Neolithic village of Skara Brae is located near the white beach of Skaill Bay. Uncovered by a storm in 1850, the site provides a remarkable insight into life on …

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5

13.3 km

Bay of Skaill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful sandy beach sat below the ancient neolithic village of Skara Brae. Perfect spot for a dip and a picnic.

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B

24.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.2 km

6.84 km

1.48 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.0 km

5.73 km

809 m

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