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Newton Stewart to Wigtown

Cycling Route

Newton Stewart to Wigtown

Cycling

The cycle path 73 in Newton Stewart starts by the River Cree, goes under the A75 and continues mostly as a separate cycle path along the Cree estuary all the way to Wigtown.

Just before you reach Wigtown, take a detour to the Martyr's Stake, a chilling reminder of the Killing Times in Dumfries & Galloway. Wigtown has several cafes, restaurants and some of Scotland’s best book shops. If you have time Bladnoch Distillery is just 1 miles down the road, or ride to the Standing Stones of Torhouse on the B733 (a quiet road!) just 3 miles from Wigtown.

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Distance:
16.5mi / 27km
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Total climb:
590ft / 180m
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Total descent:
689ft / 210m
Towns along route:
Castle Douglas
Difficulty:
Easy
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What you'll see

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Castle Douglas

Towns & Villages

Castle Douglas is an 18th century market town and is the perfect destination for food lovers, nature lovers and history lovers alike.

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River Cree - Newton Stewart

Animals & Wildlife

The River Cree runs through Newton Stewart and into the Solway Firth, forming part of the natural boundary between the historical counties of Wigtownshire and…

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Wigtown Martyr's Stake - Wigtown

Historic Buildings, Monuments & Statues, Monuments & Statues

This monument to the east of Wigtown and was erected in 1858 to commemorate The Wigtown Martyrs, Margaret Maclauchlan and Margaret Wilson.

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Torhouse Stone Circle - Near Wigtown

Ancient, Ruins

Roam among a rich prehistoric landscape at one of the best-preserved stone circles in Scotland.

Bladnoch Distillery - Wigtown

Distilleries & Breweries

Bladnoch Distillery is a 203 year old premium Single Malt Scotch Whisky producer.

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Mochrum Loch - Mochrum

Animals & Wildlife

Mochrum Loch is a large freshwater loch, approximately 8 miles west of the town of Wigtown.