Fisherrow Harbour – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Fairmilehead

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Fisherrow Harbour – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Fairmilehead

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Fisherrow Harbour – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Fairmilehead

02:03

33.8km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.85 km for 279 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

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Barklay Park Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Good safe route out of Edinburgh to Roslin

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Bronze Archer Statue by the Roman Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Right opposite a large Tesco for food as well

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16.2 km

View towards Fisherrow Harbour

Highlight • Beach

Views towards Fisherrow Harbour.

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16.7 km

Fisherrow Harbour serves Musselburgh. Fishing has been an industry here since before the roman times but the current harbour dates to the 17th century. The harbour was used in the second world war which reduced the fishing industry. Today there is still fishing but on a much smaller and more leisure-based scale.

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17.2 km

Mussel Sculpture, Musselburgh

Highlight • Viewpoint

A sculpture of a Mussel shell - the abundance of the molluscs to be found in the beds off shore is where the town got its name.

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20.3 km

Portobello Promenade and Beach

Highlight • Cycleway

A gorgeous beach with easy access from the city centre, Portobello beach boasts 2 miles (3.2 km) of golden sand which makes it a great spot for swimming and chilling out with friends.

There are lots of shops, restaurants and cafes along the promenade for refreshments and souvenirs. Don't miss the beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture as you stroll, jog or cycle by.

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24.5 km

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

At the eastern end of the Royal Mile stands the impressive Holyrood Palace. Officially known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, it is the official British royal residence in Scotland. It was designed and built by Sir William Bruce between 1671 and 1678.

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