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View of Stornoway Harbour – Braidhe Beach loop from Stornoway

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View of Stornoway Harbour – Braidhe Beach loop from Stornoway

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View of Stornoway Harbour – Braidhe Beach loop from Stornoway

02:19

38.3km

270m

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 5, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

626 m

View of Stornoway Harbour

Highlight • Beach

Nice easy tared road cycle, nice Island views look different in all weathers.

Tip by

2

6.01 km

St. Columba's Church and Graveyard, Ui

Highlight • Religious Site

Historic landmark dating back to the medieval times. Well restored and maintained. 10min drive from Stornoway, also reachable by bus but best is by bike! Nice beach and views included.

Tip by

3

6.04 km

Braidhe Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sandy beach on the North side of the causeway, on the South side it's a stoney beach.

Tip by

4

6.12 km

Saint Columba's Church, Ui (Eaglais na h-Aoidhe)

Highlight • Religious Site

The oldest parts of the church ruins date back to the 14th century. Parts of the church were in use until 1827.

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Tip by

27.2 km

Garrabost Brickworks

Ruins

B

38.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.6 km

7.97 km

5.81 km

1.59 km

300 m

Surfaces

35.8 km

1.27 km

900 m

284 m

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