Silverknowes Esplanade – Forthquarter Park loop from Granton

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Silverknowes Esplanade – Forthquarter Park loop from Granton

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Silverknowes Esplanade – Forthquarter Park loop from Granton

01:17

4.94km

30m

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 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.31 km

Silverknowes Esplanade

Highlight • Cycleway

Stop here for a breather before heading back into the city

Tip by

1.36 km

The Pitt

Highlight • Rest Area

Good facilities stop on Granton shore walkway

Tip by

2.64 km

Forthquarter Park

Highlight • Natural

Spacious and quiet park with cycling routes, a great way to get to Gypsy Brae

Tip by

2.98 km

Granton Gas Holder

Highlight • Rest Area

The iconic gasholder tower, located in the Granton Waterfront area of the city, is a beacon of light on the Edinburgh skyline.

Tip by

4.94 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.23 km

1.49 km

216 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.64 km

962 m

120 m

109 m

107 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 10 October

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Silverknowes Esplanade – Forthquarter Park loop from Granton

Silverknowes Esplanade

The Pitt

Forthquarter Park

Granton Gas Holder

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