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Merrytown Bridge – Hill 99 Viewing Tower loop from Alves

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United Kingdom
Scotland
Moray
Heldon

Merrytown Bridge – Hill 99 Viewing Tower loop from Alves

Moderate

9

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Merrytown Bridge – Hill 99 Viewing Tower loop from Alves

04:25

67.6km

180m

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: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

11.0 km

Flat Road Through Cornfields

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A lovely flat open expanse through cornfields. Lovely quiet section with minimal cars.

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2

16.9 km

Rustic Footbridge and Path

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3

30.9 km

Merrytown Bridge

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A small and narrow bridge over the Nairn, which is a wonderful car-free alternative to the A96 bridge. Warning, not for extremely wide drivers and you have to contend with oncoming traffic 😜.

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4

31.0 km

To avoid the busy A96, the Eurovelo 12 and 1 simply cross under it along the river, which you can then follow for a while. Very pretty, a little narrow but easy to ride if you are careful.

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5

33.8 km

Culbin Forest Track

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Absolutely sublime track in Culbin Forest

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6

44.8 km

Hill 99 Viewing Tower

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wooden look out point, looks over the trees, well worth the visit.

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7

55.1 km

Benromach Distillery

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This distillery has been making real Scotch whiskey since 1898. In the in-house Visitor Center you can inform yourself about the noble drops and participate in guided tours. The opening …

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58.6 km

Surprisingly quick going to Forres on this back road.

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67.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.7 km

16.9 km

7.95 km

4.40 km

2.23 km

1.45 km

Surfaces

39.9 km

15.1 km

10.8 km

1.01 km

743 m

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Tuesday 13 October

17°C

7°C

65 %

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