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Highlights of Stranraer – Loch Ryan loop from Stranraer

Highlights of Stranraer – Loch Ryan loop from Stranraer

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4.5

(2)

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Highlights of Stranraer – Loch Ryan loop from Stranraer

01:51

42.0km

260m

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 accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 5, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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854 m

Highlights of Stranraer

Highlight • Historical Site

Stranraer is the gateway to the Rhinns of Galloway. It holds a rich history as a bustling ferry port connecting south-west Scotland to Northern Ireland.

The Castle of St John …

Tip by

1.29 km

Fig & Olive Café

Highlight • Cafe

Superb coffee shop in Stranraer

Tip by

1.70 km

Driftwood Restaurant & Café

Highlight • Cafe

Sea front cafe & restaurant, lovely location with outdoor seating.

Tip by

7.40 km

Loch Ryan

Highlight • Natural

Loch Ryan - a stunning port, populated by fishing boats and ferries alike.

Plenty of bays around the loch to stop and take a break/paddle, as well as partake in a bit of sea bird spotting.

Tip by

27.3 km

Black Hill Wood

Forest

40.7 km

Stranraer Harbour and Marina

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful harbour with views of Loch Ryan.

Tip by

41.2 km

Dnisi Café, Charlotte Street

Highlight • Cafe

Dnisi is an independently owned Scottish family brand, founded in 2004, specialising in premium “roasted in-store” coffees, contemporary hand baked scones and fresh delicious soups.

Tip by

42.0 km

Stranraer Station

Highlight • Structure

The end of the line.

Tip by

42.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.1 km

13.9 km

493 m

189 m

177 m

113 m

Surfaces

34.6 km

7.29 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

15°C

11°C

60 %

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Highlights of Stranraer – Loch Ryan loop from Stranraer

Highlights of Stranraer

Fig & Olive Café

Driftwood Restaurant & Café

Loch Ryan

Stranraer Harbour and Marina

Dnisi Café, Charlotte Street

Stranraer Station

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