Linlithgow Loch – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

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Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge

Linlithgow Loch – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

Moderate

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Linlithgow Loch – Linlithgow Palace loop from Linlithgow

00:53

8.52km

70m

Running

Moderate run. 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 17, 2026

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3.55 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Tunnel

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The islands on the Loch used to be manmade wooden buildings with a pier running to it! I believe this dates back to 11th century.

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3.56 km

Linlithgow Loch

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Spot the manmade islands on the loch - originally, there were piers leading to it from the loch's banks...

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4.12 km

View of Linlithgow Loch and Linlithgow Palace

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Linlithgow Loch is a shallow freshwater loch which is interesting as an example of how lakes can adapt to eutrophication. Over the years high levels of agricultural runoff has entered …

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5.88 km

St Michael's Parish Church

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6.02 km

Linlithgow Palace

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Linlithgow Palace was built from 1424 and is best known as the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots (8 December 1542 - 8 February 1587). The palace fell into decline …

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6.36 km

Linlithgow Palace

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The palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained after Scotland's monarchs left for England in 1603, the …

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