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Valley Road – Thornhill Horse Monument loop from Ae

Road cycling routes

Valley Road – Thornhill Horse Monument loop from Ae

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Valley Road – Thornhill Horse Monument loop from Ae

02:02

39.9km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

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After 6.92 km for 407 m

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Bus stop

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677 m

Valley Road

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nice peaceful road through the valley

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6.90 km

Loch Ettrick

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3

6.92 km

Ettrick Water

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4

7.12 km

Loch Ettrick

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Picturesque loch in the forest, popular for picnicking.

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18.6 km

Lean Bean Café & Refill Shop

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Fantastic café with delicious food, friendly staff, and a refill shop which is perfect for topping up on camping food like oats, dried fruit, cous cous etc.

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18.6 km

Thornhill Horse Monument

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Thornhill is a wonderful village between Dumfries and Sanquhar. It's defined by its broad streets and unique Victorian villas. There are plenty of great places to eat, shop and drink in this attractive hamlet.

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28.3 km

View of the Galloways from Locherben Climb

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A view across the Galloways from top of the Locherben climb.

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29.6 km

Quiet Country Road Near Moffat

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39.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.7 km

767 m

408 m

Surfaces

25.0 km

14.4 km

408 m

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