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Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Brunstane

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Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Brunstane

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228

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Arthur's Seat Climb – Arthur's Seat loop from Brunstane

01:29

32.3km

290m

Road cycling

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

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 12.9 km for 184 m

After 13.4 km for 73 m

After 22.2 km for 52 m

After 22.5 km for 147 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

3.66 km

Innocent Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Former rail line, now a multi-use path between Arthur's Seat and Craigmillar. Good tarmac but sometimes a bit crowded.

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2

7.03 km

The Meadows

Highlight • Natural

Very nice to cycle around the meadows. You get a nice view of Arthur seat and there are plenty of cafes around as well as a few bike shops nearby. It can get busy with pedestrians at times.

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3

17.0 km

Arthur's Seat Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

1.43km from the bottom, rising 83m for an average of 5.8%.

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4

19.5 km

Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Volcano

An extinct volcano on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat is the main peak in Holyrood Park. Standing at 832 feet (251 m), the hill is popular with hikers, cyclists …

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5

20.5 km

Salisbury Arms

Highlight • Restaurant

A popular gastropub located in Edinburgh, known for its cozy atmosphere, classic British pub fare, and a beautiful outdoor terrace.

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6

30.0 km

Portobello Promenade and Beach

Highlight • Cycleway

A gorgeous beach with easy access from the city centre, Portobello beach boasts 2 miles (3.2 km) of golden sand which makes it a great spot for swimming and chilling …

Tip by

7

30.4 km

Portobello Promenade

Highlight • Cycleway

Often very busy with beach go-ers

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8

30.9 km

Twelve Triangles Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Peanut and banana croissant, perfect cycling fuel.

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B

32.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

12.4 km

3.35 km

2.94 km

313 m

159 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.2 km

1.59 km

521 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (120 m)

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