MTB Tourism
Scotland's mountain biking tourism market has gone from strength to strength in recent years. And with strategic investment and support, it is set to expand even further.
Mountain Bike Tourism in Scotland
Mountain biking, and adventure tourism, continue to grow in popularity throughout Scotland. With this surge in participation comes a substantial, year-on-year contribution to the Scottish economy and opportunities for businesses across Scotland.
Key Sections
Destinations
With breathtaking natural scenery and some of the best mountain bike trails in the world, Scotland is primed to become Europe's premier destination for mountain biking.
Advice for Businesses
Whether you already cater to mountain bikers, or you have no idea where to start, our advice sections cover everything from bike storage to washing facilities.
Useful Resources
Want to find out more about mountain biking in Scotland? Our diverse range of MTB resources, including guides and downloadable media, will get you on the right track.
Self Assessment Tool
Our handy questionnaire allows you to quickly evaluate how you currently cater to MTB tourists, while identifying any gaps and the opportunities that may help enhance your offering.
Case Studies
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The Tontine Hotel
By making some upgrades and understanding the needs of its mountain biking guests, The Tontine Hotel in Peebles has become a home away from home for MTB riders from all over the world.
Ravenscraig Guest House
Aviemore's Ravenscraig Guest House is already seeing the benefits of catering to the MTB tourist market - providing useful amenities and some home comforts specially tailored to mountain bikers.
Lazy Duck
When Phil Hodgkiss and Sarah Miller took over the lease of The Lazy Duck, a luxury off-grid accommodation business near Nethy Bridge in the Cairngorms National Park., it was the culmination of a five-year search for a slower way of life.
Where Stags Roar
Where Stags Roar is a self-catering business in Newtonmore and are recent winners of the Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards' 'Best Self-Catering Accommodation' accolade.
Resources
Want to find out more about mountain biking in Scotland? Our diverse range of MTB resources, including guides and downloadable media, will get you on the right track.
DMBinS
Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland (DMBinS) is responsible for overseeing delivery of the Scottish Mountain Bike Strategy and the many actions within it. DMBinS is proud to be part of Scottish Cycling, an organisation at the forefront of MTB development.
