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Newhaven Harbour mit Edinburgh

Christina
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Newhaven Harbour mit Edinburgh

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May 16, 2023

Newhaven Harbour mit Edinburgh

Hard

06:07

19.3km

3.2km/h

170m

180m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Most people would complete this in 2-3 days

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1.73 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • Forest

The Waters Of Leith Walk is always nicest when you’re able to walk straight next to the river and enjoy the nature.

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2

3.43 km

St Stephen's Church (Edinburgh)

Highlight • Religious Site

Saint STEPHEN, patron saint of this church in Edinburgh, is one of the first seven deacons of the original Jerusalem community and is the first martyr (martyr) of early Christianity. …

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3

3.65 km

Circus Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Have you heard of Circus Lane? Everyone has heard of Princes Street, but believe me this little hidden gem is the real jewel in Edinburgh's urban crown.

Certainly it's not …

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4

4.05 km

View of the Water of Leith

Highlight • Viewpoint

Probably the most idyllic spot in Edinburgh - watch out for everyone taking photos!

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5

4.43 km

St Bernard's Well

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The place is very nice for a walk outside the city and at the same time in the center of Edinburgh

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6

4.57 km

Dean Village and the Water of Leith

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful town within Edinburgh

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7

5.60 km

View of Dean Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

On weekends you’ll usually find people painting this view, or musicians out busking under the bridge

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8

6.52 km

Bell's Brae Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

If you are visiting Edinburgh, you might want to check out Dean Bridge, a historic and scenic structure that crosses the Water of Leith. The bridge was designed by Thomas …

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9

8.87 km

Johnnie Walker Princes Street

Highlight • Restaurant

Experience around the history and flavours of the well known blended Whiskys. Really well designed and immersive.

The clock at the corner of this former department store is worth a second view at the hour.

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10

8.99 km

St John's Church, Edinburgh

Highlight • Religious Site

Charlotte Chapel, also known by its former name St. George's West Church, is a historic church building on Shandwick Place in Edinburgh, Scotland. It belongs to an independent Baptist congregation …

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11

9.14 km

St Cuthbert's Kirkyard

Highlight • Monument

Not everyone thinks that necropolises are a tourist attraction. However, considering that some of them have existed for hundreds of years, it is worth visiting them. You may ask, why …

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12

10.1 km

View of Edinburgh Old Town and Scott Monument

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Impressive architecture with a lot of history in beautiful surroundings.

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13

10.3 km

Scott Monument

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The Scott Monument Edinburgh is one of many monuments erected in Scotland in honor of Sir Walter Scott. This monument in Edinburgh is likely to be the largest of its …

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14

10.7 km

New College, University of Edinburgh

Highlight • Monument

The windows of the chapel at the side are nice in the evenings.

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15

11.0 km

Edinburgh Castle

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Impressive castle looming on the hill over the city. Depending on the season the place before the castle can be either set-up for the big taptoe or filled with the …

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16

11.2 km

Royal Mile

Highlight • Viewpoint

Edinburgh's Royal Mile is the Scottish capital's most famous thoroughfare. This ancient way runs straight through the Old Town, from Edinburgh Castle all the way to Holyrood Palace, the official …

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17

11.4 km

Victoria Street

Highlight • Monument

Nice colourful houses in the wide curve of the street. A couple of the shops are also worth a closer view.

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18

11.9 km

Thomas Riddell's Grave, Greyfriars Kirkyard

Highlight • Historical Site

Greyfriars Kirkyard is a famous historic kirkyard, founded in 1620. It's open to visitors all year round, but you can also book guided tours for more information about the many notable burials, monuments and vaults.

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12.2 km

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

Highlight • Monument

Greyfriars Bobby is a terrier who became known for guarding the grave of his owner for some 14 years, until he himself died in 1872.

A fountain with a life-sized …

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20

12.2 km

The Elephant House – Birthplace of Harry Potter

Highlight • Historical Site

Unfortunately closed until further notice due to a fire in August 2021.
Unfortunately closed for an indefinite period due to a devastating fire in August 2021.

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21

12.6 km

Advocate's Close

Highlight • Structure

Advocates Close is a narrow and steep alley in Edinburgh of medieval origin, redeveloped in the early 21st century. With a multiplicity of steps it is not accessible to disabled persons.

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22

12.7 km

St Giles' Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

In the heart of Scotland’s capital city, St Giles’ Cathedral is a breathtaking building. Founded in 1124, the church became the focal point of the Scottish Reformation of the 16th …

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23

12.8 km

Edinburgh City Chambers

Highlight • Historical Site

The town hall in the heart of the old town was opened in 1760. There is a memorial in front of the building. The area facing the street is delimited …

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24

13.0 km

Fleshmarket Close

Highlight • Settlement

One of the many 'Close's' in Edinburgh. This one takes you from the Edinburgh Waverley Train Station straight to the Royal Mile.

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25

13.1 km

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

Highlight • Religious Site

The Tron Kirk, like so many of the city's churches, has now been repurposed. There is a market hall here.

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26

14.0 km

Scottish Parliament Building

Highlight • Structure

The Scottish Parliament Building is the home of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Edinburgh. Construction of the building commenced in June 1999 …

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27

14.1 km

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

At the eastern end of the Royal Mile stands the impressive Holyrood Palace. Officially known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, it is the official British royal residence in Scotland. It …

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28

17.1 km

View of the Water of Leith, Leith

Highlight • River

I like coming here - there is also good gastronomy here

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29

19.3 km

Newhaven Harbour and Lighthouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Newhaven was first mentioned as a small harbour village in the 1500's. It was a fishing and shipbuilder community. Today it's part of Edinburgh with a wonderful harbour view. You …

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19.3 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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7.17 km

5.37 km

2.78 km

2.25 km

996 m

753 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

5.88 km

953 m

949 m

305 m

217 m

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