Epic roads and winding peaks
A pedal paradise
Cycling in Perthshire and the Cairngorms National Park has never been easier, thanks to our superb location on the Sustrans National Cycle Route 7.
Connecting Aberfeldy and Pitlochry, the route runs along the western side of Cairngorms, linking Calvine, Dalwhinnie, Aviemore, and Boat of Garten, showcasing stunning landscapes, endangered wildlife, and outdoor activities.
Explore highlights like the Pass of Drumochter, Strathspey Railway, Boat of Garten, Highland Folk Museum, Ruthven Barracks, and renowned distilleries.
Mountain Biking
Shred Scotland’s peaks
Saddle up and discover the heart of Scotland’s mountain biking region. With welcoming and progressive access laws, the Cairngorms National park is a premier global hub for mountain bikers.
Beyond the breathtaking scenery, expect an extensive network of paths and trails, anchored by four acclaimed mountain bike centres - Glenlivet, Laggan, the Lecht, and Tarland. Ignite your biking passion!
Road Cycling
There are many opportunities to get on your wheels right across Highland Perthshire and the Cairngorms National Park including;
Right here at The Old Manse of Blair we are on Sustrans National Cycle Route 7. National Cycle Network Route 7 connects Aberfeldy and Pitlochry in Perth and Kinross.
It runs along the western side of the beautiful Cairngorms National Park to link Calvine, Dalwhinnie, Aviemore and Boat of Garten.
The route also forms the northern section of the long-distance Lochs and Glens Way route between Glasgow and Inverness.
Cairngorms National Park is home to some of the United Kingdom's most unique and endangered wildlife including species such as the Golden Eagle, Red Squirrel and Scottish Wildcat.
It's also a hub for a wide range of outdoor activities. And towns such as Aviemore are an ideal base for exploring the numerous mountain biking and hiking trails throughout the beautiful landscapes of the park.
The route is surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes and dense forests.
National Cycle Network Route 7 crosses heather-covered moorland along a mixture of traffic-free paths and quiet road sections. And has numerous opportunities for shorter, family-friendly day trips.
Highlights along the route include the mighty Pass of Drumochter, the historic steam-powered Strathspey Railway, the 'osprey village' of Boat of Garten, the Highland Folk Museum, Ruthven Barracks and numerous world-famous distilleries.
Please note: there are gaps in National Cycle Network Route 7 west of Aberfeldy, between Pitlochry and Calvine and north and south of Carrbridge.
You don't have to take on a major route you can simply enjoy some popular biking destinations at your own pace, whether MTB or BMX!
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Why not try the Etape Caledonia Route around Loch Rannoch or The Spey Way? A newly launched Pump park is open near Carrbridge/ Aviemore.
Dunkeld, 15 miles North of Perth is surrounded by superb MTB trails, largely based in and on the nearby Craigvinean Forest, Newtyle Hill and Birnham Hill.
Mountain Biking
Scotland, with its forests, moorland and mountain and progressive access legislation, is a world-class destination for mountain biking. It’s not only the landscape that makes the Park a great destination for biking, it’s the wealth of paths and trails and the four mountain bike centers Glenlivet, Laggan, the Lecht, and Tarland.
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