Distance: 107 km Grade: 2 (Slightly harder)
Melrose Abbey
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Description:
This is a true classic!
Discover the very heart of the Scottish Borders on this 5‑stage circular walk, graded 2 (Slightly Harder).
Some stretches follow indistinct paths, so confident navigation skills are recommended. The reward however is immense: there’s simply no better way to explore the region’s historic towns and villages.
Along the route you’ll encounter abbeys, museums, battlefields, towers, castles, and the serene, rolling countryside that defines the Borders.
Melrose serves as a crossroads for several iconic long‑distance trails. This truly is a journey rich in history, scenery, and quiet beauty. Enjoy every step of your walk!
Stages:
- Jedburgh - Hawick 20,75 km (Easy)
- Hawick - Selkirk 19,75 km (Easy)
- Selkirk - Melrose 16,75 km (Slightly harder)
- Melrose - Kelso 28,5 km (Easy)
- Kelso - Jedburgh 21 km (Easy)
Trail connects with the following trail(s):
Southern Upland Way at Melrose
St Cuthberts Way at Melrose
Scottish National Trail at Melrose
Romans and Reivers Route at Hawick