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Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Broughty Ferry

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Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Broughty Ferry

Moderate

4.5

(4)

55

riders

Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Broughty Ferry

02:03

32.5km

230m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

424 m

View of Broughty Ferry and the River Tay

Highlight • River

2

7.87 km

Mains Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The castle is believed to have been built in 1562 by Sir David Graham, nephew of Cardinal Beaton as a keystone in the western gateway bears this date as well …

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9.09 km

Trottick Ponds

Lake

4

24.2 km

Tay Rail Bridge

Highlight • Structure

The multiuser path along the Firth of Tay passing the Tay Rail Bridge is a nice ride. The bridge is spectacular and it's nice to have a traffic free trail …

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5

25.6 km

RRS Discovery

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you will find both the V&A museum and the RRS Discovery.

The V&A is a magnificent building that showcases the best of Scottish design, and the RRS Discovery is …

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6

25.9 km

Dundee Cycle Hub

Highlight • Cafe

A great place to stop for coffee, cakes and everything cycle related!

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7

26.3 km

Victoria Dock

Highlight • Structure

8

29.6 km

View of Broughty Ferry Castle and Tayport Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Enchanting view of Broughty Ferry castle, Tayport lighthouse and in between the North Sea #RelievedFaceEmoji

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9

31.0 km

Dundee Sailing and Rowing Club

Highlight • Rest Area

A really excellent combined asphalt cycle and walking route passes Broughty Ferry.

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B

32.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.2 km

5.59 km

3.05 km

2.46 km

684 m

346 m

205 m

Surfaces

27.0 km

2.42 km

1.39 km

1.03 km

587 m

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Tuesday 20 October

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7°C

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