Brodick Beach – Bridge to Brodick Beach loop from Brodick

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Brodick Beach – Bridge to Brodick Beach loop from Brodick

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Brodick Beach – Bridge to Brodick Beach loop from Brodick

03:01

10.9km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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67 m

Arran Coastal Way Start and Finish Sculpture, Brodick

Highlight • Monument

This striking sculpture marks the start and finish of the Arran Coastal Way, a challenging 68-mile (109-km) route around the island’s coastline. Created by local artists, the sculpture is made …

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955 m

Brodick Beach

Highlight • Beach

A gentle ride along the coast eases you away from Brodick.

Playground for seabirds and otters this section is an indicator as to how special this route upward to the Saddle is.

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1.94 km

A great place to overnight though wake early as midges will begin to nibble the smallest bits of skin exposed outside your sleeping bags. You can ride down the beach for breakfast in Brodick rather than following the road.

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2.42 km

View of Goatfell from Brodick Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

From Brodick Bay, you get a wonderful view of Goatfell, the highest mountain on the Isle of Arran, rising in the distance. You can also see Brodick Castle on the north side of the bay.

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2.83 km

Brodick Castle, Gardens and Country Park

Highlight • Historical Site

A little souvenir shop that offers to fill flasks with water and also sells ice cream 🍦

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7.76 km

Brodick Castle, Garden and Country Park

Highlight • Castle

Brodick Castle is an imposing island fortress surrounded by mountains. The castle you see today dates to 1844. However, a fortress has existed on the site, which occupies a strategic …

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8.42 km