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Gleniffer Braes Circular
A road cycling route starting from Busby
Roll through the stunning Gleniffer Braes and enjoy panoramic views of paisley and beyond.
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The Gleniffer Braes Circular route takes you through picturesque landscapes and provides breathtaking views of Paisley and its surrounding areas. With a distance of 67 kilometers and an ascent of 661 meters, this road cycling route is perfect for very well-trained amateurs. The route starts near Busby and passes through Kingsford, Lugton, Beith, Foxbar, and finally reaches the Gleniffer Braes. The difficulty level of this route is moderate. It offers a great mix of challenging sections and easier cruising roads. The highlights of this route include Busby, a charming village with a rich history; Kingsford, where you can enjoy a quiet ride through scenic countryside; and Aidans Brae Viewpoint, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Aidans Brae Viewpoint is a must-stop spot for cyclists and is definitely worth the climb.
Highlights on the route
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![Image of Giffnock](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-central-scotland/giffnock-5.webp)
![Image of Newton Mearns](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-central-scotland/newton-mearns-5.webp)
![Image of Thornliebank](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-central-scotland/thornliebank-5.webp)
![Image of Eaglesham](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-central-scotland/eaglesham-5.webp)
![Image of East Kilbride](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/east-kilbride-5.webp)
![Image of Rutherglen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/southern-scotland/rutherglen-4.webp)
![Image of Barrhead](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-central-scotland/barrhead-5.webp)