An Turas Mor is acclaimed as one of Scotland’s “great” cycle routes and a must-ride if you enjoy off-road cycling. The words “An Turas Mor” translate from Scottish Gaelic to mean “the long journey”.
The 354-mile route starts in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and travels north to Cape Wrath, which is the most north-westerly point of mainland Britain. The route is off-road on a mix of paths, tracks and cycleways.
Walking Guide
Distance
354 Miles
Duration
8 Days
Difficulty
Intermediate
Bike Type
Gravel / MTB
Where Does An Turas Mòr Go?
The route begins in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and heads north through increasingly remote terrain before finishing at Cape Wrath, the most north-westerly point of mainland Britain. The journey is almost entirely off-road, following a mix of historic tracks, forest roads, and mountain passes.
Eight Days to Ride
Eight days is the suggested number to ride the complete An Turas Mòr route. While elite athletes like
Donnie Campbell have completed it in under 34 hours, most people want to take their time.
| Day | Route Leg | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Glasgow → Balquidder Station | 56mi / 3,635ft |
| 02 | Balquidder → Loch Ossian | 59mi / 5,161ft |
| 03 | Loch Ossian → Fort Augustus | 48mi / 3,566ft |
| 04 | Fort Augustus → Struy | 33mi / 3,504ft |
| 05 | Struy → Inchbae Lodge | 35mi / 2,966ft |
| 06 | Inchbae Lodge → Rosehall | 39mi / 2,425ft |
| 07 | Rosehall → Durness | 55mi / 3,540ft |
| 08 | Durness → Cape Wrath | 28mi / 2,184ft |
What to expect on An Turas Mor
You could carry all your own kit and wild camp along the route, or use a luggage transfer service to ease the load. Highland Transfers offers bespoke An Turas Mòr cycling bookings.
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- Daily Luggage Transfer
- Route Planning
- Local Support
How to Ride (With or Without Luggage)
You could carry all your own kit and wild camp along the route, or use a luggage transfer service to ease the load. Highland Transfers offers bespoke An Turas Mòr cycling bookings.
What to expect on An Turas Mor
- The trail is based on existing tracks, cycleways, drovers’ routes, old military routes, hydro roads and forest tracks. It is suitable for mountain bikes and gravel bikes.
- The trail often feels wild and remote as it passes through stunning mountainous landscapes and via passes between mountains. It is suggested that you should have “intermediate” off-road cycling skills but the trails should not prove too challenging to many riders.
- Where it becomes too step or rough, you can enjoy a spot of hiking with your bike (allowing you more time to enjoy the views!).
- However, the journey still requires good levels of fitness because it is a long way, day after day. In addition, there is some 56,000ft of ascent to deal with over the eight days. Plus, you should be be prepared for Scotland’s ever-changeable weather.
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Scenes from the West Highland Way
Breathtaking scenery awaits at every turn of the West Highland Way
Cape Wrath Lighthouse
Highland Passes
Remote Tracks
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