Melrose Abbey – Leaderfoot Viaduct loop from Tweedbank

Melrose Abbey – Leaderfoot Viaduct loop from Tweedbank

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Melrose Abbey – Leaderfoot Viaduct loop from Tweedbank

06:38

148km

1,230m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very 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: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.93 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.82 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. …

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5.32 km

Trimontium Roman Fort Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

The Three Peaks of the Eildon Hills.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trimontium_(Newstead)

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5.99 km

Leaderfoot Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Sometimes called the Drygrange Viaduct, this impressive structure stands 126 feet above the River Tweed. A good place to stop for a break and try and glimpse a train going over.

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30.3 km

Kelso Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

12th century Abbey that made Kelso a powerful town in the area for hundreds of years. The Abbey was closed in June 2022 due to safety issues so check ahead. …

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64.5 km

Coldstream Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Coldstream Bridge is an 18th century seven-arched bridge bridge spanning the River Tweed.

It marks the border between England and Scotland.

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65.0 km

Peter's Plantation

Forest

69.2 km

River View Near Coldstream

Highlight • Viewpoint

Brilliantly quiet country lanes here make for great road riding, surrounded by fields and with plenty to scenery to enjoy.

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87.6 km

View of Floors Castle

Highlight • Castle

Along this stretch of road, you can enjoy sublime views toward the gorgeous Floors Castle. The castle was built in 1721 and was the home of the Innes-Ker family for over 300 years.

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