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Climb Out of Applecross Bay – Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig loop from Shieldaig

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Climb Out of Applecross Bay – Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig loop from Shieldaig

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Climb Out of Applecross Bay – Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig loop from Shieldaig

04:08

78.8km

1,090m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very 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 15, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

10.1 km

Waterfall

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2

10.3 km

Hilltop Lake

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A beautifully located small lake near the road.

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3

13.1 km

Coastal Road to Shieldaig with Views of Loch Torridon

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This small and mostly quiet road hugs the coastline along the northern shores of the Applecross Peninsula, from the north-west tip to the village of Shieldaig.

It's an absolutely incredible stretch with mind-blowing views along the undulating road, enjoy!

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32.2 km

View of the Beach Near Gairloch

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5

38.3 km

Climb Out of Applecross Bay

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Steady and not too steep, great views out and across the bay.

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6

45.7 km

Bealach na Bà Scenic Road

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One of the most scenic parts of the NC500

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78.7 km

Nanny’s Café, Shieldaig

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A picturesque west coast village with hotel, shop and kayak hire.

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78.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

75.6 km

1.63 km

1.05 km

548 m

Surfaces

77.3 km

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Tuesday 19 May

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8°C

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