Sinclair's Larder – Montrose Port loop from Montrose

Royal Burgh Of Montrose

Sinclair's Larder – Montrose Port loop from Montrose

Moderate

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Sinclair's Larder – Montrose Port loop from Montrose

02:11

51.2km

280m

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: August 26, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.96 km

View of the River North Esk from Marykirk Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

24.9 km

Blue Door Walk (North Esk River)

Highlight • Forest

Do you fancy combining a great riverside walk along the “North Esk River” with a stroll in a “wonderful” forest? Go for the “Little Blue Door Walk” and you’ll be …

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24.9 km

River North Esk at the Angus–Aberdeenshire Border

Highlight • River

The River North Esk can be viewed from the B966 bridge. It's worth stopping just east of the bridge and going through the blue door in the wall. From here …

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26.8 km

Sinclair's Larder

Highlight • Cafe

The lovely town of Edzell lies at the shore of River North Esk and is a popular stop for participants of The Great Outdoors Challenge. Sinclair's Larder is a cozy …

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48.7 km

Park Hotel Montrose

Highlight • Rest Area

Every year, the Park Hotel is the central meeting point for all the participants of the The Great Outdoors Challenge. You will receive your certificate of completion along with a …

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49.2 km

Water refill point

Highlight • Rest Area

Free water point on Montrose High Street.

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49.9 km

Montrose Port

Highlight • Historical Site

The active port is an important part of Montrose's industry and economy, as well as an integral part of their history.

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50.2 km

South Esk Bridge and View of the Railway Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

The South Esk bridge carries the A92 into Montrose. It crosses parallel to the railway bridge slightly inland giving great views past this and into the Montrose Basin. Looking the …

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51.2 km

End point

Train Station

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