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Ratho Marina, Union Canal – Union Canal Towpath loop from Haymarket

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Ratho Marina, Union Canal – Union Canal Towpath loop from Haymarket

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Ratho Marina, Union Canal – Union Canal Towpath loop from Haymarket

03:48

62.5km

440m

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 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 44.2 km for 121 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.92 km

Wester Cinder Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

hectic with dog walkers but car free

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2

8.39 km

Old Almond Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Built c.1500, the bridge comprises three arches with massive triangular cutwaters which carry a narrow carriageway between low parapets. It once crossed the division between Edinburgh and West Lothian. The …

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10.9 km

Wilderness Wood

Forest

4

12.8 km

Dalmeny House

Highlight • Historical Site

Dalmeny House was completed in 1817 and sits in rolling parkland to the West of Edinburgh. With spectacular views overlooking the Firth of Forth, the house is home to The …

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5

19.4 km

Coastal Road to Hopetoun House and Queensferry Crossing

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Beautiful views over the Firth of Forth on this well surfaced road

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6

23.6 km

View of the Forth Bridge from the John Muir Way

Highlight • Bridge

The John Muir Way runs 135 miles (217 km) across central Scotland from Helensburgh on the Firth of Clyde to John Muir's birthplace Dunbar on the Firth of Forth. It …

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28.7 km

Kents Cottage

Ruins

36.3 km

Millgate Wood

Forest

9

44.8 km

Ratho Marina, Union Canal

Highlight (Segment) • River

This is a wonderful place to explore. A few sections have challenging cobbles. However, they can be walked. Go and explore!

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10

48.0 km

Ratho Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Bridge Inn over the road has a great beer garden for a mid ride break

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11

50.0 km

Union Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

Avoid at peak busy times - always take a bell!

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B

62.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.9 km

12.7 km

8.78 km

5.57 km

448 m

195 m

Surfaces

54.4 km

4.78 km

1.25 km

1.02 km

909 m

264 m

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