Perth & Kinross

Best pictures as thousands of cyclists take to Highland Perthshire for Etape Caledonia return

5,000 cyclists enjoyed a day in the hills.

Participants celebrate their cycling achievements with food and drink post-ride. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

By Kieran Webster

May 14 2023, 5:39pm

May 14 2023, 5:39pm

Thousands of cyclists took to the winding roads of Highland Perthshire to take part in Etape Caledonia.

The cycling event, which returned in 2022 after a 2-year absence due to Covid-19, has been taking to Perthshire since 2007.

Cyclists had the option of choosing the main 85-mile route as well as a 55 and 40-mile option.

The event started and ended in Pitlochry trailing around Loch Rannoch and through Tummel Valley.

Nearly 5,000 people took part.

Gold Medal holder and Olympian Eve Muirhead OBE joined the event. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

Thousands of cyclists from all over the UK took part in the race. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

Anticipation builds at the start line. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023

The first wave of riders take off. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

The event celebrated its 16th anniversary. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

The race started and ended in Pitlochry. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

The event returned in 2023 after a two-year absence due to Covid.<br />Image: Etape Caledonia 2023

The route covers 85 miles of countryside around Loch Rannoch and Loch Tummel. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

Triumphant riders cross the finish line. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

Cyclists were awarded a medal. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

Grabbing a quick selfie following the race. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

A very happy cyclist completes the race. Image: Etape Caledonia 2023.

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