Callanish Stones – Gearrannan Blackhouse Village loop from Borve

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Callanish Stones – Gearrannan Blackhouse Village loop from Borve

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Callanish Stones – Gearrannan Blackhouse Village loop from Borve

07:54

129km

1,220m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.54 km

Ruins

5.88 km

Clach an Trushal Standing Stone

Highlight • Monument

30.5 km

Carloway War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Memorial to Lewis fallen in both world wars. Here you can take a break.

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39.2 km

Breasclate Pier

Highlight • Structure

sandwich stop stop

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40.2 km

Callanish XII

Archaeological Site

43.2 km

Callanish Camping Pods

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Excellent place to stay right by the magical Callanish Stones

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44.0 km

Callanish Stones

Highlight • Historical Site

The probably 5000 year old place of worship consists of 50 stones, which are placed in a cross around a grave. Their magic unfolds especially in sunshine or at sunrise and sunset.

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90.1 km

6km in conveniently placed on your left at the far end of the lochan is the Doune Braes Hotel.

hugely welcoming and happy to provide coffee, toast and other breakfast on lunch.

there are also some beautiful home tweed crafted products which were ideal little gifts.

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91.5 km

Dun Carloway Broch

Highlight • Historical Site

Built around 1st century, Dun Carloway is an exceptionally well-preserved broch in Carloway district. The broch was used during the Kingdom of the Isles as a stronghold. In the 16th century, the broch was mostly destroyed.

Today, you can visit the broch and learn more about its history at the visitor centre.

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96.2 km

Gearrannan Blackhouse Village

Highlight • Historical Site

You'll feel like you've stepped back in time and experienced life in a typical small-scale farming community of the last century. You can observe traditional crafts, including the weaving of the famous Harris Tweed. You can purchase souvenirs of your visit in the small shop and enjoy delicious homemade food in the cafeteria. gearrannan.com

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