Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Dundee

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Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Dundee

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Tay Rail Bridge – RRS Discovery loop from Dundee

02:03

19.1km

210m

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: October 15, 2026

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2.48 km

Britain’s first purpose-built public observatory enjoys a magnificent woodland setting on the summit of Balgay Hill. Watch stars and planets through our telescopes, or admire the scenery with some spectacular …

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15.6 km

Tay Rail Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The iconic Tay Bridge, or Tay Rail Bridge, carries the railway over the Firth of Tay in Scotland.

This is the second version of the bridge, as the original collapsed …

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15.8 km

Tay Rail Bridge

Highlight • Structure

The multiuser path along the Firth of Tay passing the Tay Rail Bridge is a nice ride. The bridge is spectacular and it's nice to have a traffic free trail …

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17.1 km

RRS Discovery

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you will find both the V&A museum and the RRS Discovery.

The V&A is a magnificent building that showcases the best of Scottish design, and the RRS Discovery is …

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17.2 km

V&A Dundee

Highlight • Structure

Opened in 2018, the V&A Dundee is a striking building designed by celebrated Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. The first V&A museum outside of London, it offers an insight into the …

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17.4 km

Dundee Waterfront Fountains

Highlight • Monument

A vibrant area of the City, redeveloped and bustling. The new gardens are friendly for the whole family and is a great focal point for those out enjoying a walk or cycle.

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17.7 km

Dundee Railway Station

Highlight • Structure

For those interested in bagging the circa 175 cast-iron Sustrans 'Millennium Milepost' sculptures on the National Cycle Network in Scotland - here's one at the Cycle Hub behind the railway station. (Type Mills)

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