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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Newcraighall

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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Newcraighall

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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Newcraighall

02:33

9.94km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.04 km

Coade Stone Pillars, Portobello Community Garden

Highlight • Monument

2

3.44 km

Portobello Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Almost endless beach promenade and a great sandy beach.

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3

3.62 km

The Beach House Café

Highlight • Beach

Delicious coffee and pastries! Highly recommended 👌

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4

4.08 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 …

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5

4.11 km

Oscar's Ice Cream

Highlight • Cafe

The ice creams here are great for sunny days strolling on the beach!

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6

5.53 km

Portobello Promenade

Highlight • Settlement

The center of the promenade and the beach is always more busy. For less crowded spots go to the ends

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7

5.74 km

Joppa Promenade and Rocks

Highlight • Beach

7.98 km

Brunstane Burn Community Woodland

Forest

B

9.94 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.31 km

2.26 km

2.23 km

907 m

239 m

Surfaces

4.30 km

2.74 km

2.05 km

678 m

156 m

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Monday 18 May

17°C

8°C

98 %

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