Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Glen Country Park loop from Loanhead

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Scotland

Lothian

Loanhead And District

Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Glen Country Park loop from Loanhead

Moderate

riders

Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Glen Country Park loop from Loanhead

02:10

33.8km

370m

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: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 30.0 km for 153 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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815 m

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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1.59 km

This monument commemorates the historic Battle of Roslin. The battle took place in 1303 and was a part of the ongoing Wars of Scottish Independence that saw the Scots successfully repel an English invasion.

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3.01 km

Rosslyn Chapel

Highlight • Monument

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

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3.27 km

Dolly’s Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

Nice place for a stop. Freshly cooked food.

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4.76 km

Roslin Glen Country Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Rosling Glen Country Park is a beautiful wooded park not far from Roslin. There are a number of things to see in and near the park, including Rosslyn Chapel, Rosslyn …

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13.6 km

Carrington to Temple Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Really nice section of rolling road leading to/from Temple.

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18.3 km

Castleton Strip

Forest

30.2 km

Roslin Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The partially ruined 14th century castle holds a great position in the Roslin Glen. The high bridge used to access the castle would have been strong defence and was rebuilt …

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