GPS Cycle and Walking Routes

Edinburgh to Melrose

55 miles (88 km)

This long but rewarding ride takes you along National Cycle Route 1 from Edinburgh to Melrose in the Scottish borders.
The route starts in Edinburgh, near the train station and heads to Dalkeith passing through the famous Holyrood park. This first section of the cycle ride has excellent views of King Arthurs Seat and Duddington Loch.
You'll also pass close to Dalkeith Country Park and Vogrie Country Park which are well worth a visit.

Edinburgh to Melrose OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Edinburgh to Melrose Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

The long distance London To Edinburgh Cycle Route uses part of NCN 1 to take you between the two capital cities.

Elevation Profile

GPS Files

GPX File

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Memory Map Route

Edinburgh to Melrose.mmo (On Desktop:Right Click>'Save As. On Ipad/Iphone:Click and hold >Share>Save to Files)