Lockerbie – Eskdalemuir – Castle O’er Loop

Cycling Route

Lockerbie – Eskdalemuir – Castle O’er Loop

Cycling

This must be the quirkiest of routes in Dumfries & Galloway. Leave the town of Lockerbie and head into the hills of Eskdalemuir Forest to visit the vibrantly coloured Tibetan Buddhist Centre of Samye Ling near Eskdalemuir.

Eskdalemuir has also a wonderful café - The Hub (the old school). If you are keen on prehistory - the area boasts a set stone circles and further on the impressive Castle O’er. The route takes you back via the B7068, Bankshill and Tundergarth to return to Lockerbie.

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Distance:
33mi / 53km
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Total climb:
2,657ft / 810m
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Total descent:
2,657ft / 810m
Towns along route:
Eskdalemuir
Difficulty:
Hard
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What you'll see

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Eskdalemuir

Towns & Villages

Eskdalemuir is a small but welcoming village, around 10 miles north east of Lockerbie.

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The Loupin' Stanes - Eskdalemuir

Ancient, Ruins

An ancient stone circle situated just south of Eskdalemuir and easily accessible from the main road

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The Girdle Stanes - Eskdalemuir

Ancient, Ruins

An ancient stone circle in a picturesque setting alongside the White Esk

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Castle O'er Hill Fort - Eskdalemuir

Ancient, Ruins

This was the most spectacular of the Esk Valley forts. As you climb up to Castle O'er, you can see how well defended it must…