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Bilston Glen Bridge – Rosslyn Chapel loop from Gilmerton

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Bilston Glen Bridge – Rosslyn Chapel loop from Gilmerton

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Bilston Glen Bridge – Rosslyn Chapel loop from Gilmerton

01:23

24.2km

220m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.36 km

Straiton Tunnel Under the City Bypass

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Great quiet alternative to the city bypass right above

Tip by

4.68 km

Bilston Glen Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

At one time it was higher from the deck to the river than the Forth rail bridge is above the Forth ~ 175ft.

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6.87 km

Rosslyn Chapel

Highlight • Monument

An impressive chapel, managed by Historic Scotland. Best to book on busy weekends and holidays.

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10.7 km

Stone Tunnel

Highlight • Rest Area

11.9 km

Old Railway Path Near Washington Park

Highlight • Cycleway

Beautiful former railway line surrounded by old trees, wild raspberries and roses

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12.8 km

Old Railway Path

Highlight • Cycleway

21.0 km

Lugton Bogs

Forest

24.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.4 km

5.07 km

2.22 km

1.32 km

184 m

Surfaces

19.7 km

4.09 km

207 m

145 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Sunday 5 July

16°C

13°C

36 %

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Straiton Tunnel Under the City Bypass

Bilston Glen Bridge

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