Explore cycling in Edinburgh with these free Google Earth routes. There are maps, videos and info about the routes.
There are four routes in the download.
1. Cycle the Old Railway Paths!
The Old Railways circle the north of Edinburgh. They are tree lined and flat. Zoom in to the entrance and exits and learn how to navigate the streets.
2. Ride to the Inn!
The Union Canal starts in Edinburgh and goes through the charming little village of Ratho, 8 miles west of Edinburgh. Orientate yourself with start and finish information on Google Earth and learn a little about the history of the canal too.
3. The Lion Couchant Route
Starting at London Road Gardens you'll cycle towards the river, where you'll get great views of Holyrood Park and the volcanic plugs known as The Lion Couchant. Once you reach Portobello beach you'll ride back to the park through woods and green ways and finish the 10-mile cycle at the Scottish Parliament.
4. To the Bridges!
A charming country ride on green ways and quiet streets. You'll get a sense of the city and end up under the Bridges, one of Scotland's most impressive engineering achievements.
This is a series of routes! Follow @ChristineEnhanc for updates on added routes.
File Requirements
The zip file contains a Keyhole Markup Language (KLM) file. A .klm file contains place marks, images, polygons, 3D models, textual descriptions, for display in Google Earth. (www.file-extensions.org/)
Instructions
Open Google Earth (https://www.google.co.uk/intl/en_uk/earth/versions/) on your phone (or computer) and import the KLM file as a project.