Water of Leith Footbridge – Bell's Brae Bridge loop from Edinburgh

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Water of Leith Footbridge – Bell's Brae Bridge loop from Edinburgh

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Water of Leith Footbridge – Bell's Brae Bridge loop from Edinburgh

01:02

3.86km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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648 m

Dean Village and the Water of Leith

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Beautiful town within Edinburgh

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Water of Leith Footbridge

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This footbridge allows you to cross the river Leith and serves as a link between the city center and Dean Village. Rather interesting information about the area can be found on waterofleith.org.uk/audio-trail/dean-village

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View of Bell's Brae Bridge and the Footbridge in Dean Village

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This spot is ideal to see both the 'Footbridge Water of Leith walkway' (komoot.com/highlight/6454106) on the left hand side and the 'Bell's brae bridge' towards your right.

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Bell's Brae Bridge

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If you are visiting Edinburgh, you might want to check out Dean Bridge, a historic and scenic structure that crosses the Water of Leith. The bridge was designed by Thomas …

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947 m

Dean Bridge over the Water of Leith

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Very special view from here

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1.36 km

Water of Leith Riverside and Viaduct

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Be sure to admire the bridge over you and the surrounding area from the viewpoint...it's worth it

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1.89 km

Stockbridge Market Arch

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Saturday 10am-4pm.

A foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food.

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2.42 km

St Bernard's Well

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The place is very nice for a walk outside the city and at the same time in the center of Edinburgh

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3.86 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.18 km

1.12 km

1.01 km

465 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.91 km

1.45 km

403 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 10 October

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August 10, 2024,Van West End naar Dean Village

Also a special part of Edinburgh. For when you have already delivered the old town.

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Water of Leith Footbridge – Bell's Brae Bridge loop from Edinburgh

Dean Village and the Water of Leith

Water of Leith Footbridge

View of Bell's Brae Bridge and the Footbridge in Dean Village

Bell's Brae Bridge

Dean Bridge over the Water of Leith

Water of Leith Riverside and Viaduct

Stockbridge Market Arch

St Bernard's Well

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