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Cycling in Inverclyde
One point-to-point road route from Gourock to Glasgow covering 51 km with 168 m climbing, mostly on cycle paths and flat terrain.
Inverclyde offers a single road cycling route starting from Gourock. The route covers 51 km and reaches Glasgow, featuring a total climb of 168 m. This route provides a consistent road surface with a majority of ride on cycle paths.
The terrain is mostly flat with gentle climbs, as there are no sections above 5% gradient. The route primarily follows cycle paths and quiet streets, containing minimal stretches of main roads. Average temperatures range from 7°C in winter months to 18°C in July, with the best riding conditions occurring from June to August.
What the riding is like
The terrain in Inverclyde is mostly flat, with an average of 84% of the distance being flat and only 8% climbing. No sections exceed 5% gradient, with the steepest 500 m reaching 4.5%. The route length is 51 km, mostly following cycle paths (75%) and quiet streets (13%), with paved surfaces predominating (97%). The biggest climb is the overall elevation gain of 168 m on the road route from Gourock to Glasgow.
Cycling infrastructure
The routes include 36.3 km of cycle path, 0.7 km of main roads without a cycle lane, and 0.2 km of roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more.
Best time to ride
The average daily high temperature ranges from 7°C in January and February to 18°C in July. The best months for riding are from June to August.
Riding in Inverclyde in numbers
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- 51 km
- 51 km
- 168 m
Where to start in Inverclyde
Rides in Inverclyde
When to ride Inverclyde
Best months: Jun to Aug.
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