The Scottish Borders offer some of the finest cycling routes in the UK - and e-bike hire is a great way to explore

Let the battery take the strain as you cycle the highways and byways of the Scottish Borders. What we like: The Scottish Borders offer...

A 41 mile ride through the gentle countryside south east of Selkirk at the heart of the Scottish Borders. Beware of vampire hay bales.

Up, up and away, through rugged uplands with only sheep for company - and a couple of exhilarating descents

A leisurely 15 km loop out from Selkirk, crossing the Ettrick Water and River Tweed. With added bees. Grade: Leisurely Distance: 15 km Total

A 52 mile circular cycle route through the Scottish Borders featuring one of Scotland's most celebrated vistas. And a unicorn.

A gorgeous - and challenging - 70 mile circuit through spectacular upland scenery, with lochs, a botanic garden and a couple of castles.

A moderate 21 mile circuit south and west of Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. With a castle and a peel tower thrown in for good measure.

A moderate 16.5 mile circuit heading east out of Selkirk and uphill to picturesque Lindean Loch before looping south of the town.

A scenic loop along the course of the River Tweed and Ettrick Water around Selkirk.

A great cycle ride from Selkirk to Melrose, mainly on dedicated cycle paths. Great for families. With added elves and a bagpipe-playing pig.

A challenging 40 mile circular road cycling circuit starting out and ending in Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. Designed by Pete Laing.

Discover the best road cycling routes at the heart of the Scottish Borders with the free Cycling Selkirk guide. Download it here.

Guided, self-guided and bespoke bike adventures. They know their stuff and the best rides in Scotland.

World class mountain biking routes from easy to extreme. With added ospreys. What we like: There's something for everyone here (and an...

Historic route for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. What we like: The route passes over the Minch Moor. You can join this...

Moderate and difficult routes amid great scenery. What we like: The blue route is billed as "a gentle introduction to mountain biking...

Red, extreme and black routes for experienced cyclists. What we like: Not for the faint hearted, but the red route up through the forest...

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