Tweedbank to Melrose Walk
3.1 miles (5 km)
This waterside walk follows riverside trails and a popular section of the Southern Upland Way from Tweedbank to Melrose in the Scottish Borders.
The walk runs along the southern side of the River Tweed with some fine old bridges and lovely views across the water to the surrounding woods and countryside. It finishes in Melrose at the historic Melrose Abbey. The abbey was founded in 1136 as the first Cistercian monastery in Scotland. You can explore the atmospheric ruins and find out more about the history in the associated museum.
On the way you'll also pass along part of the Borders Abbeys Way which you can follow to the other ancient abbeys in the region.