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Castlebay to Vatersay

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Kisimul Castle and Barra lifeboat, Castlebay

About

This cycling route takes you from Castlebay to the Island of Vatersay. This route goes along roads all the way. It takes in part of the Hebridean Way and gives you the opportunity to stop at the war memorial and a renowned archaeological site. There are a couple of steep climbs, but otherwise the landscape is reasonably flat. If you have time, you can explore Vatersay and during the summer, there are refreshments available in the community hall - approximately 2.7 miles further along.

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Map & Directions

Route Waypoints
  1. Start in Castlebay and follow the road towards the west.
  2. Turn left here, up the hill towards Vatersay.
  3. Left here across the Vatersay causeway
  4. Great view of Vatersay Bay
  5. Vatersay Hall cafe. Return the way you came.

Route Guides

Route Time -

2h

Distance -

6 miles

Grade -

Moderate

Route Type -

Cycle

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