Cycle tour in Scotland: The Scottish Borders

Day 1: Individual arrival in Berwick-upon-Tweed

You travel to Berwick-upon-Tweed, the most northerly town in England. It is located on a peninsula at the mouth of the River Tweed, which forms the border between England and Scotland for almost 30 km. Its status as a border town has shaped the city over the centuries. Numerous important events in the Anglo-Scottish border wars took place here. The fortifications from the Elizabethan period are well preserved.

Day 2: Excursion to Holy Island, approx. 50 km

You cycle along the coast to Holy Island. At low tide, you can cycle to the island via a causeway, where the Lindisfarne monastery stood in the 7th century. The Viking raid in 793 marked the beginning of the Viking Age. If you still have enough energy, you can continue south to Bamburgh with its majestic castle. Otherwise, head back inland.

Day 3: Berwick-upon-Tweed – Kelso, approx. 60 km

You cycle inland following the Tweed upstream. On the way, you will pass the manor houses of Paxton House and Manderston House, both of which you can visit. You cycle along quiet country lanes to the market town of Kelso. With its Georgian buildings and French-style market square, it is one of the most beautiful places in the region. Visit the ruins of Kelso Abbey and Floors Castle just outside.

Day 4: Trip to Jedburgh, approx. 50 km

The destination of today's tour is Jedburgh. The small town grew up around an Augustinian monastery, whose church was built by a bishop from Lindisfarne. In the 12th century, King David I built a castle here. The ruins of Jedburgh Abbey and Jedburgh Castle still dominate the townscape today. After a lunch break, you cycle back to Kelso. As you have reached the foothills of the Cheviot Hills, there are a few small climbs to overcome.

Day 5: Kelso – Melrose / Galashiels, approx. 25 – 30 km

Today is a short stage on the program, so you can take your time along the way. The Tweed meanders through the green landscape and leads the way to your destination. The ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are located in a loop of the river. The abbey was burnt down several times during its existence, the last time in 1544. The heart of Scottish King Robert the Bruce is said to be buried in Melrose Abbey.

Day 6: Excursion to Clovenfords and Stow, approx. 45 km

A few kilometers after Melrose, you will reach the historic Abbotsford House, which was built in the 19th century for the writer Sir Walter Scott on the south bank of the Tweed. Cycle through the rolling hills to Clovenfords and then on to the village of Stow of Wedale, where a packhorse bridge from the 1650s crosses the River Gala Water. You then return to Melrose.

Day 7: Individual departure

After breakfast, your cycle tour in Scotland comes to an end and you depart.

Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

For our younger cyclists

No child discount is offered on this trip.

Due to the more demanding stages, we recommend this trip only for young people with good stamina.

Types of rental bikes

• 24-gear women's / men's bike derailleur gears with freewheel
• E-bike / pedelec with freewheel

Fittings

Pannier, map holder (1x per room), bike lock, air pump, puncture repair kit, bottle holder