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Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Alexandra Parade

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Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Alexandra Parade

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Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Alexandra Parade

03:13

53.5km

260m

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: April 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

Check opening times.

After 17.9 km for 23 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.88 km

Hogganfield Park and Local Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

11.3 km

Strathkelvin Railway Path: Kirkintilloch to Muirhead

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is the leg of the Strathkelvin Railway Path from Kirkintilloch to Muirhead. It is quite well maintained, suitable for most bikes.

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20.2 km

Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

A delightful stretch of the canal.

Tip by

28.0 km

Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Great spot to pose for a family photo :)

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30.7 km

Auchinstarry Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Delightful spot for rest.

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34.9 km

Ruins

39.8 km

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Structure

41.7 km

The Stables

Highlight • Cafe

On a nice day it’s the perfect little spot to take a wee break and grab a bite or a drink. It’s situated right on the tow path so you don’t need to worry about finding it!

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44.2 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good straights and class scenery. Roots at certain sections growing under the tarmac, which can make it a bit of a tough getting the power down. Lovely views.

Tip by

44.6 km

Mill Plantation

Forest

53.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.5 km

7.05 km

5.15 km

4.94 km

3.48 km

243 m

178 m

Surfaces

41.6 km

6.35 km

1.85 km

1.80 km

1.54 km

328 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 21 May

17°C

12°C

20 %

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Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Alexandra Parade

Strathkelvin Railway Path: Kirkintilloch to Muirhead

Forth and Clyde Canal

Silvanus Roman Head Sculpture

Auchinstarry Marina

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

The Stables

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

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