Cycling in the Ale Water Valley

Cycling in and around the Ale Water Valley

We have a fantastic selection of cycle routes to enjoy in the Ale Water Valley. With a beautiful network of quiet country roads, you can explore the best of the Scottish Borders on safe bike routes with minimal traffic. Take in the stunning scenery of the valley and stop off at our fantastic cafés and pubs offering delicious food to fuel the rest of your cycle. Find out more about our cycle routes in the Scottish Borders and plan your journey.

Ale Water Valley - Cycle Routes

Here are some suggested cycle routes in the Ale Water Valley – we hope to see you soon!

Blue Route: 11.8miles | 261m Elevation Gain
Pink Route: 12.7miles | 335m Elevation Gain
Orange Route: 17.8miles | 376m Elevation Gain
Purple Route: 31.5miles | 660m Elevation Gain

Bike Packing in The Ale Water Valley

Markus Stitz was the first person to cycle around the world on a singlespeed bike in 2016. He is the founder of Bikepacking Scotland, through which he works to create new bikepacking and cycling routes across Scotland. The first of which was the Reiver Raid in our Ale Water Valley. Here is a wonderful film clip of him cycling in our Valley.

Cycling in the Scottish Borders

Using the Ale Water Valley as a base you can explore all the cycling that the Scottish Borders has to offer. From quiet road rides, to XC loops with a bit of everything.