Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Harbour loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Harbour loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Castle Ruins – Dunbar Harbour loop from Dunbar

06:28

25.1km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.68 km

Dunbar Coastal Path and Castle Ruins

Highlight • Beach

Great scenery and views. Definitely worth a visit. Can get very windy on path so care to be taken at times

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3.18 km

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 …

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3.43 km

Dunbar Old Harbour dates to the 17th century when the town was a major herring and whaling port. These days, it remains a busy working harbour, mainly landing shellfish, and is a lovely place to explore.

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3.83 km

John Muir Birthplace

Highlight • Historical Site

Thanks to this man we have much more wonder of nature to experience, free entry 💚

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3.92 km

John Muir Statue, Dunbar

Highlight • Monument

Statue of John Muir, born in Dunbar in 1838.

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8.98 km

Beach

9.37 km

Barns Ness Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Barns Ness Lighthouse is now a guesthouse with spectacular views. The turning point of a fantastic coastal walk along the John Muir Way. Turn here to head back to Dunbar.

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23.0 km

View of Belhaven Beach and Dunbar Coast

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The bench at the far corner of the golf course offers a spectacular vantage point of Belhaven Beach and beyond.

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24.6 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.

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25.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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