A major cycling event is set to pass through Falkirk this summer.
The UCI Men's Elite Road Race will pass landmarks such as the Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel and Carron Valley on Sunday 6th August.
The world's best cyclists will travel a 52 kilometre route through towns and villages in the area.
The 227 kilometre race runs from Edinburgh to Glasgow.
Councillor Paul Garner, spokesperson for Economic Development said: “The UCI Cycling World Championships is the biggest cycling event ever to be organised with the world’s greatest riders descending on Scotland during August.
“We are excited to play our part in this significant, international sporting event when the Men’s Elite Road Race travels through our towns and villages in August.
“The event will be televised worldwide and we have an almost unique opportunity to promote our area and our landmarks to a global audience, showcasing Falkirk – and our visitor attractions to millions of viewers across the world.
“Not only will there be visitors on the day, but we’re looking to create a legacy, both in terms of cycling and green transport as well as promoting the area as a tourist destination putting Falkirk on the tourist map of places to visit and stay.”.
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