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The Knock Climb – Cairnpapple Hill loop from Torphichen

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The Knock Climb – Cairnpapple Hill loop from Torphichen

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The Knock Climb – Cairnpapple Hill loop from Torphichen

01:05

17.8km

350m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.38 km

Cairnpapple Hill Modern Stone Circle

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Modern Stone Circle in West Lothian. A large stone circle of 50 stones arranged in two rings, built in 1998 to celebrate the 50th birthday of the farmer by his son.

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6.52 km

Knock Stone Circle

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Lesser known (and free to visit) stone circle very close to Historic Scotland’s site, Cairnpapple. Great views including the three bridges over the Forth.

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6.61 km

The Knock Climb

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Southern approach to The Knock and it has a real kick to it! One of the shorter steeper climbs in the Bathgate Alps.

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8.26 km

Drumcross Road, Bathgate Alps

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5

11.2 km

Puir Wifes Brae Climb

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This is a really underrated but great climb in the Bathgate Alps, nice and long with some switchbacks. The climb eases off towards the top, however you can keep going …

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15.1 km

Cairnpapple Hill

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top opened whole year (watch steps), below ground access needs to be checked with the Historic Scotland.

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16.0 km

Bathgate Alps – Bishopbrae Strips

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A gradual start on a narrow road which steepens towards the top.

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17.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

260 m

Surfaces

11.7 km

6.04 km

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Highest point (290 m)

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Thursday 7 May

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8°C

16 %

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