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Coastal Ride: Straiton, Old Dalquharran Castle, Maybole, Dalrymple, and Polnessan
A road cycling route starting from Patna
Experience Scotland's stunning coastline on this scenic cycling route.
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Enjoy the beauty of Scotland's coastline on this scenic cycling route. Starting near Patna, the route takes you through picturesque villages such as Straiton, where you can admire the natural landscapes. Discover the ruins of Old Dalquharran Castle, a site steeped in history, before heading to Maybole, a traditional Scottish town with charming architecture. Dalrymple offers stunning views of the nearby countryside and serves as an excellent spot to take a break. Polnessan, known for its serene beauty, marks the end of the route. With an ascent of 628 meters and a distance of 56 kilometers, this route offers a moderate challenge suitable for intermediate cyclists. The difficulty level for this ride is 3 out of 5, offering an enjoyable adventure for cycling enthusiasts. With an epicness score of 3 out of 5, you can expect both scenic beauty and historical landmarks along the way.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Patna:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Dalrymple](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/dalrymple-4.webp)
![Image of Drongan](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/drongan-5.webp)
![Image of Coylton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/coylton-4.webp)
![Image of Maybole](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/maybole-5.webp)
![Image of Ayr](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/ayr-5.webp)
![Image of Mossblown](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/mossblown-4.webp)
![Image of Prestwick](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/prestwick-5.webp)
![Image of Tarbolton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/tarbolton-4.webp)
![Image of Auchinleck](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/auchinleck-4.webp)