Castle Douglas to Kirkcudbright Loop

Cycling

A classic ride with towns at either end. If you start in Kirkcudbright follow National Cycle Route 7, passing the historic Kirkcudbright cemetery.

It’s a gentle ride after the climb on a quiet road passing fields and woodlands, and then a gentle slope down to Gelston. You will pass the entrance to Threave House and Gardens which has a cafe, before you follow the cycle path by Carlingwark Loch and into Castle Douglas. Returning to Kirkcudbright, retrace your route before turning right Threave Gardens and follow the old military road through Rhonehouse to Tongland and then into Kirkcudbright.

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Distance:

20mi / 32km

Total climb:

1,214ft / 370m

Total descent:

1,214ft / 370m

Towns along route:

Kirkcudbright, Castle Douglas

Difficulty:

Moderate

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