Dunbar Castle Ruins – Tyninghame Beach loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Castle Ruins – Tyninghame Beach loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Castle Ruins – Tyninghame Beach loop from Dunbar

02:49

43.9km

280m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 3.55 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

996 m

Dunbar Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Dunbar Castle was one of the strongest fortresses in Scotland and has been occupied as a defensive position ever since the 7th century. These days, you cannot get too close …

Tip by

1.85 km

Wildlife Garden

Forest

3.58 km

John Muir Way Riverside Path

Highlight • Trail

Great area for birdwatching. A section that is between Belhaven beach and the wooded plantation (John muir way).

Tip by

4.90 km

John Muir Country Park Gravel Track

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Fun gravel track with great views of John Muir park and the beach. Plenty of good spots to stop for a break with a view.

Tip by

18.8 km

Drift Café With Sea View

Highlight • Cafe

Great place to stop for a cake and a quick drink, the bacon and egg rolls are fantastic too. Great view out across the sea from inside.

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21.9 km

Seacliff Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wonderful beach, featured in 'Mary Queen of Scots'.

Tip by

22.1 km

Seacliff House Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Ruins of what would have been the manor house in Seacliffe. Along with the town and the beach it makes the area a great day out.

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22.7 km

Crow Wood

Forest

27.7 km

Tyninghame Beach

Highlight • Natural

Tyninghame Beach is a short detour from the route, a beautiful location to camp overnight or go for a walk.

Tip by

33.7 km

Ruins

41.1 km

Belhaven Bridge (Bridge to Nowhere)

Highlight • Bridge

Belhaven Bay is a beach situated within the John Muir Country Park. Backed by sand dunes, rich saltmarsh, and wildflower-rich grasslands, the beach is perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, or playing, and affords great views across the Forth Estuary.

Tip by

43.9 km

End point

Train Station

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