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Union Canal Tunnel – Avon Aqueduct loop from Falkirk High

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Central Scotland

Union Canal Tunnel – Avon Aqueduct loop from Falkirk High

Hard

5.0

(3)

23

hikers

Union Canal Tunnel – Avon Aqueduct loop from Falkirk High

05:38

21.8km

110m

Hiking

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

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

468 m

Falkirk Tunnel

Highlight • Bridge

The Falkirk Tunnel is 630 meters long, 18 feet wide, 19 feet high and has a 5 foot wide towpath. It passes the Union Canal under Prospect Hill in Falkirk, …

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2

1.11 km

Union Canal Tunnel

Highlight • Bridge

Turn on your headlights for the oncoming riders/runners/walkers!

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3

9.29 km

View of the Pond and Bridge

Highlight • Lake

4

9.91 km

View of the Canal Towards the Aqueduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

10.8 km

Avon Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

Excellent viewing spot for the Avon Aqueduct. There are a set of steps here where you can walk up to the aqueduct and walk across for even more stunning views. …

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6

15.3 km

Union Canal Mile Marker 202

Highlight • Monument

Just to the left of the towpath.

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B

21.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.8 km

916 m

121 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.4 km

2.35 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 21 October

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3°C

22 %

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