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Water of Leith Walkway – Water of Leith Walkway loop from Leith

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Leith Harbour & Newhaven

Water of Leith Walkway – Water of Leith Walkway loop from Leith

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Water of Leith Walkway – Water of Leith Walkway loop from Leith

00:32

5.04km

20m

Running

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

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Bus stop

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211 m

The Shore, Leith

Highlight • Settlement

Cobbled streets make for great fun to run over or on the bike! Plenty of cafes down here for a bite to eat.

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299 m

Ocean Mist Ship, Leith

Highlight • Historical Site

towards the port

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411 m

View of the Water of Leith, Leith

Highlight • River

I like coming here - there is also good gastronomy here

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610 m

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

1.21 km

Water of Leith Path

Highlight • River

Nice contrast to the busier city center.

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2.71 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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4.28 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

The Water of Leith Walkway was completed in 2002 by courtesy of Millennium Project funding. It is managed by The City of Edinburgh Council Parks, Greenspace and Cemeteries Department who …

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5.04 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.47 km

705 m

548 m

131 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.78 km

1.40 km

715 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 20 May

18°C

9°C

53 %

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Water of Leith Walkway – Water of Leith Walkway loop from Leith

The Shore, Leith

Ocean Mist Ship, Leith

View of the Water of Leith, Leith

Water of Leith Walkway

Water of Leith Path

Water of Leith Walkway

Water of Leith Walkway

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