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Royal Burgh Of St Andrews

West Sands Beach – Path to St Andrews loop from University of St Andrews

Mountain biking trails

Royal Burgh Of St Andrews

West Sands Beach – Path to St Andrews loop from University of St Andrews

Moderate

1

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West Sands Beach – Path to St Andrews loop from University of St Andrews

02:28

33.9km

460m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.96 km for 88 m

After 14.0 km for 199 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.57 km

Statue in St Andrews Botanic Garden

Highlight • Monument

Set in 18 acres of impressively landscaped grounds, St Andrews Botanic Garden has won international recognition, yet remains one of St Andrews' hidden treasures. Although close to the town centre, …

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2

2.39 km

West Port City Gate, St Andrews

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the last city gates still extant in Scotland, West Port was built in 1589 and rebuilt in 1843. There are two 'ports', or city gates still standing in …

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3

3.19 km

St Andrews Aquarium

Highlight • Structure

St Andrews Aquarium is the ideal family attraction, nestled on the historic town's north facing cliffs with stunning views of the famous west sands and St Andrews Bay.

Be transported …

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4

3.37 km

West Sands Beach

Highlight • Beach

Pictureque Beach with views over St Andrews

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5

3.65 km

Martyrs' Monument, St Andrews

Highlight • Monument

Martyrs’ Monument in St Andrews, Scotland, enjoys a high-profile location adjacent to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, overlooking the world-famous Old Course and the spectacular West Sands. It was …

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6

4.12 km

Swilcan Bridge, St Andrews Links

Highlight • Bridge

A bridge smaller than it appears, providing access to the greens.

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5.94 km

Sports Wood

Forest

8

32.9 km

Path to St Andrews

Highlight • Trail

Nice track, along the burn

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33.2 km

Lumbo Den

Forest

B

33.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

6.48 km

6.39 km

3.49 km

2.32 km

307 m

223 m

Surfaces

16.5 km

6.16 km

5.75 km

3.93 km

970 m

604 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

16°C

9°C

33 %

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