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Portobello Promenade and Beach – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Newcraighall

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Portobello Promenade and Beach – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Newcraighall

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3.7

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96

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Portobello Promenade and Beach – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Newcraighall

00:58

15.8km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.86 km for 70 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

3.09 km

Twelve Triangles Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Peanut and banana croissant, perfect cycling fuel.

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2

3.64 km

Portobello Promenade

Highlight • Cycleway

Often very busy with beach go-ers

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3

4.03 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.

Tip by

4

7.89 km

John Rattray Statue

Highlight • Monument

Just off the Leith Links bike path. Nice path but some weaving around pedestrians and dogs may be required.

Tip by

5

10.9 km

Portobello Beach Promenade

Highlight • Viewpoint

Perfect for running. Used as part of the Edinburgh Marathon/Half-Marathon route.

Tip by

6

11.1 km

Quiet Side of Portobello Beach

Highlight • Beach

Definitely less people here but narrow on the high tide

Tip by

7

12.2 km

Beachfront Café

Highlight • Beach

Plenty of cafes down here, plus a Civerinos pizza 😏 Not the best idea idea if you have to run home though!

Tip by

8

12.5 km

Portobello Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Almost endless beach promenade and a great sandy beach.

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B

15.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.49 km

4.10 km

950 m

641 m

289 m

205 m

150 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

2.05 km

304 m

177 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 8 November

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5°C

25 %

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