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Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Castle loop from Roslin

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Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Castle loop from Roslin

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4.8

(17)

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Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Castle loop from Roslin

01:59

7.22km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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20 m

Dolly’s Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

Nice place for a stop. Freshly cooked food.

Tip by

288 m

Rosslyn Chapel

Highlight • Monument

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

Tip by

896 m

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 …

Tip by

4.03 km

Maiden Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Former castle sight

Tip by

5.24 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.

Tip by

6.01 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.

Tip by

6.35 km

Scenic Farm Pathway

Highlight • Cycleway

7.22 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.90 km

1.73 km

755 m

698 m

123 m

Surfaces

2.26 km

2.18 km

1.60 km

737 m

337 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

14°C

5°C

45 %

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Rosslyn Chapel – Roslin Castle loop from Roslin

Dolly’s Tea Room

Rosslyn Chapel

Roslin Castle

Maiden Castle

Bilston Glen Bridge

Battle of Roslin Monument

Scenic Farm Pathway

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