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St Margaret's Loch – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Brunstane

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St Margaret's Loch – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Brunstane

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4.9

(7)

1,799

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St Margaret's Loch – Portobello Beach Promenade loop from Brunstane

02:54

27.2km

170m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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3.65 km

Bawsinch and Duddingston Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

4.93 km

View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat

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5.66 km

Edinburgh Marathon Start Point

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Starting in front of the Royal Commonwealth Pool!

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8.20 km

Scottish Parliament Building

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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 and the Members of the Scottish Parliament held their first debate in the new building on 7 September 2004. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottish_Parliament_Building

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9.47 km

St Margaret's Loch

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St Margaret's Loch A shallow man-made loch on the side of the Queen's Drive in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, St. Margaret's Loch lies beneath St. Anthony's Chapel, some third-of-a-mile (500m) east of Holyrood Palace, close to the northeast entrance to the park.

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12.6 km

Meadows Yard Local Nature Reserve

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13.6 km

Portobello Beach Promenade

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Perfect for running. Used as part of the Edinburgh Marathon/Half-Marathon route.

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14.4 km

Portobello Promenade and Beach

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A gorgeous beach with easy access from the city centre, Portobello beach boasts 2 miles (3.2 km) of golden sand which makes it a great spot for swimming and chilling out with friends.

There are lots of shops, restaurants and cafes along the promenade for refreshments and souvenirs. Don't miss the beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture as you stroll, jog or cycle by.

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