Part of National Cycle Route closed at Highlands gateway from today for improvements
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Cyclists are being told part of the national bike route network at the gateway into the strath is being closed from today for improvements and to avoid the stretch.
Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland is carrying out essential resurfacing works to National Cycle Network Route 7 (NCN7) where it crosses from Perthshire into the Highlands.
The 2.6km section being upgraded is between Dalnaspidal and Dalwhinnie, and adjacent to the A9.
The Strathy was just told this morning that the project is taking place from today (Wednesday) for 10 days, with works scheduled between 7am and 6pm each day.
No works will be carried out on at the weekend.
The cycleway will be closed during working hours to protect roadworkers and non-motorised users.
A BEAR spokesperson said: "Operatives will be on hand to escort cyclists wishing to travel north or south but members of the public are asked to avoid the area whilst the works are taking place.
"For the safety of motorists, a 30mph speed restriction will be in place on the A9 at Dalnaspidal for the duration of the works.
Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s North West Representative said: “These essential upgrades will see a great improvement to the national cycle network by increasing comfort and safety for users.
“Our teams will do all they can to complete the works as quickly and safely as they can, and we thank the cycling community and path users for their patience in advance while we complete these works.”
All work is weather dependent and subject to postponement or cancellation in the event of adverse conditions.
Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland at www.traffic.gov.scot, or on X at @trafficscotland.
