Dunbar Harbour – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Harbour – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

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Dunbar Harbour – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

02:12

33.2km

180m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 3.92 km for 16 m

After 29.5 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

1.08 km

Dunbar Harbour

Highlight • Structure

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.

Tip by

1.36 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 …

Tip by

2.21 km

Wildlife Garden

Forest

3.94 km

John Muir Way Riverside Path

Highlight • Trail

Great area for birdwatching. A section that is between Belhaven beach and the wooded plantation (John muir way).

Tip by

14.3 km

Links Wood

Forest

16.9 km

Tyninghame Beach

Highlight • Natural

Tyninghame Beach is a short detour from the route, a beautiful location to camp overnight or go for a walk.

Tip by

19.4 km

Binning Wood Memorial Monument

Highlight • Monument

A very reflective place when you stumble across the memorial area ... binningwood.co.uk/about

Tip by

26.5 km

John Muir Country Park Gravel Track

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Fun gravel track with great views of John Muir park and the beach. Plenty of good spots to stop for a break with a view.

Tip by

30.4 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.

Tip by

32.6 km