Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride
Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 2.3 mi (3.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 33 ft (10 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 49 ft (15 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Buckquoy (settlement) 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: The Knowe of Buckquoy 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Earl's Palace 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Site of the Bishop's Palace 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride
How long is Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 33 ft (10 m) in total, up to a high point of 49 ft (15 m).
How hard is Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
Parking at the start, Free, 20 spaces. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
Drinking water on the way at 1.2 mi (1.9 km). Toilets: 1.3 mi (2.1 km).
Is Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Is Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
Birsay Bay Tearoom, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from the start. Shop: Palace Stores, 0.5 mi (0.9 km).
Is this a good week for Orkney Prehistory Loop Ride?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap