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Cycling
The Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland has some world-class cycle trails, including the 7stanes mountain bike trails.
Cycling
Dumfries and Galloway is internationally recognised for cycling, with a UCI bike region label – South of Scotland Enterprise. UCI is the governing body of world cycling and the label recognises our commitment to both elite cycling competition and cycling for all.
Dumfries and Galloway is a great place to cycle. We:
- host elite international competitions
- have family friendly routes into town
- have over 450 miles of signposted cycle routes
- have many off-road cycle trails
- have world-class mountain bike trail centres
Where to cycle
Cycling is a great way to get around for shorter journeys. For more information go to our active travel guide.
Cycle touring
The Kirkpatrick coast to coast route starts in Stranraer.
The Kirkpatrick C2C, South of Scotland's Coast to Coast | South of Scotland – Scotland Starts Here
We also have routes that are part of the National Cycle Network.
View National Cycle Network routes in south west Scotland
Mountain bike trails
Dumfries and Galloway has world class mountain bike trails.
Mountain biking the 7stanes
The famous 7stanes mountain biking trail centres span the south of Scotland. They include routes at:
- Ae Forest
- Mabie Forest
- Dalbeattie
- Glentrool
- Kirroughtree
View the maps for the 7stanes on the Forestry and Land Scotland website
Drumlanrig Castle
Drumlanrig Castle hosts further world class mountain biking.
Mountain biking at Drumlanrig Castle
Gravel biking
We also have a variety of gravel biking routes to try out.