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Central Scotland

Falkirk Wheel Aqueduct – Falkirk Wheel loop from Falkirk High

Hiking trails & Routes

Central Scotland

Falkirk Wheel Aqueduct – Falkirk Wheel loop from Falkirk High

Moderate

4.1

(7)

63

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Falkirk Wheel Aqueduct – Falkirk Wheel loop from Falkirk High

04:20

16.7km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

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After 14.7 km for 83 m

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.53 km

Union Canal

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The Union Canal is a canal in Scotland, running from Falkirk to Edinburgh, constructed to bring minerals, especially coal, to the capital. It was opened in 1822 and was initially …

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2

3.68 km

Falkirk Wheel Aqueduct

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The Falkirk Wheel is the only rotating boat lift in the world. This feat of engineering stands at 115 feet tall and, using the power of eight domestic kettles, transfers …

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3

4.13 km

Falkirk Wheel

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The Falkirk Wheel is the only rotating boat lift in the world. This feat of engineering stands at 115 feet (35 m) tall and, using the power of eight domestic …

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4

4.49 km

Falkirk Wheel and the Forth and Clyde Canal

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The Forth and Clyde Canal is a canal opened in 1790, crossing central Scotland; it provided a route for the seagoing vessels of the day between the Firth of Forth …

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10.2 km

Ladysmill Weir

Lake

6

10.6 km

Canal lock at The Kelpies

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7

11.0 km

The Kelpies

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Definitely worth to visit and see those massive horses. Very impressive.

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8

11.5 km

The Spirit of Scotland Sculpture

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Great piece of woven artwork

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9

12.3 km

The Helix Park

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Nice park with café and playground. Also has water fountains for kids…

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16.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

1.86 km

766 m

712 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.7 km

3.49 km

645 m

466 m

238 m

175 m

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Friday 15 May

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1°C

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