A new heritage trail round Loch Leven in Kinross-shire, which links more than 30 natural and cultural heritage sites, opens to the public.

The wildlife-rich shores of Loch Leven make for a relaxing traffic-free cycle on the flat. For almost eight miles (12.5km) you can follow the Loch Leven Heritage Trail from Kinross to an RSPB reserve.

Rich in wildlife and steeped in history, Loch Leven is one of Scotland's most stunning freshwater lochs. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to ...

Loch Leven is the largest loch in the Scottish lowlands and the biggest body of water in lowland Britain. The loch was declared a national nature reserve in 1964.

The word ‘loch’ comes from Scottish Gaelic and is easily translated to lake with songs sung at Scotland international matches even being about the country’s bodies of water.

A new heritage trail round Loch Leven in Kinross-shire has been opened to the public. The route is a 13 mile (21km) off-road path which links more than 30 natural and cultural heritage sites.