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NC500 Alternative loop from Ullapool

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NC500 Alternative loop from Ullapool

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4.7

(3)

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NC500 Alternative loop from Ullapool

06:50

107km

1,330m

Cycling

Embark on the NC500 Alternative loop from Ullapool, a difficult touring bicycle route spanning 66.4 miles (106.9 km) with a significant elevation gain of 4368 feet (1331 metres). This challenging journey, typically completed in around 6 hours and 49 minutes, offers a memorable experience through the Scottish Highlands. You will…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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19.8 km

View of Loch Lurgainn

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The C1047 is one of the best roads you'll ever ride. Take it as a detour from the A835 if travelling north from Ullapool. You can continue up via Drumbeg …

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43.3 km

Inverkirkaig Bay and Pebble Beach

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Inverkirkaig is a scattered settlement lying at the head and along the northern side of Loch Kirkaig. This narrow sea loch is contained by rocky headlands and has an entrance …

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48.7 km

Lochinver Larder

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Takeaway or eat in, homemade pies and other delights. There is a wide selection of savoury or sweet pies all served on their own or with sides. They also do …

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67.7 km

Loch Assynt

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Loch Assynt is a spectacular freshwater loch with stunning views of the local Munroe’s.
It's about 9.5km long and 1.5km at its widest with a maximum depth of 86m.
Ardvreck …

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107 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

67.3 km

33.7 km

4.26 km

1.52 km

130 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

102 km

4.40 km

782 m

259 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Sunday 10 May

9°C

1°C

72 %

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NC500 Alternative loop from Ullapool

View of Loch Lurgainn

Inverkirkaig Bay and Pebble Beach

Lochinver Larder

Loch Assynt

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