Henry Bell Monument – Helensburgh Pier loop from HM Naval Base Clyde

Henry Bell Monument – Helensburgh Pier loop from HM Naval Base Clyde

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Henry Bell Monument – Helensburgh Pier loop from HM Naval Base Clyde

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20.5km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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View of Loch Lomond from Kidston Park

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Coffee on the terrace

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9.64 km

Helensburgh Promenade

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Promenades tend to be fast sections, flat and smooth, it is easy to pick speed up. Be careful as this is also a popular location for the public also. Make …

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10.3 km

This monument was erected in 1872 to the memory of Henry Bell, who built the Paddle Steamer Comet in 1812, the first commercial steam boat in Europe. Further info can be found on destinationhelensburgh.org/henry-bell

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10.4 km

Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument

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Helensburgh Pier extends 804 feet (245 m) from the coast and affords lovely views over the Upper Firth of Clyde and the town itself. The pier, which was built in …

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10.5 km

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

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The John Muir Way stretches for 134 miles or 215 km between Helensburgh on the west coast through Scotland's heartland to Dunbar in the east. You'll find ample information on (the photo of) an information board, attached to this highlight.

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10.6 km

Helensburgh Pier

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Jetting out nearly 820 feet (250 m) into the water, the wide pier at Helensburgh makes for a great (if not a little exposed) walk or ride with magnificent views. …

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11.0 km

Clyde Sea Lochs Trail Sign, Helensburgh

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Interesting information about Helensburgh, such as its history and local heroes as well as the surrounding wildlife, can be found on this sign. Furthermore, there are two QR codes that …

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18.2 km