Walking in Fife

Fife is one of the finest cities in Britain for walking, and because it is so compact, getting around on foot is easy. From urban walking to exploring the city, walking in Fife is a great free activity.

The Fife Coastal Path

The imposing Fife Coastal Path stretches for 150km from the Royal Burgh of Culross, north to the Tay Bridge. Weaving in and out of pretty harbour villages and meandering by historic buildings dating back to the 12th century, the Fife Coastal Path is the perfect way to take in the scenary.

Along the way you'll uncover reminders of Scotland's proud heritage, the pre-historic caves at East Wemyss, castles of St Andrews and Aberdour and the Kinghorn Cliffs where Scottish King Alexander III fell to his death in 1286.

Each section of the Path has new riches for you to discover. Fife is not only the birthplace of the famous Cutty Sark's skipper Captain George Moodie but also home to the real Robinson Crusoe - Alexander Selkirk, and every turn reveals another story.

Fife Coastal Path is a real walk on the "wild side". Watch seals basking in the sun, and look out for dolphins as they play off the coast. Listen to the seabirds as they soar above the waves.

The Elie Chainwalk

Discover Fife's best kept secret - The Elie Chainwalk, definitely a walk with a difference. Starting at the Earlsferry Beach the walk consists of a series of carved steps accompanied by vertical and horizontal chains allowing access to the cliffs, several caves and other coastal features including columnar basalt. Finish your journey with commanding views across the Forth.

Whatever your walking ability or preference walking in Fife offers something for everyone, from the level and easy to the wild and demanding. The path can be enjoyed in bite size chunks, or as a long distance route and includes a mixture of woodland walks, sandy beaches and breathtaking cliffs, providing a variety of different experience for all walkers, there really is something for everyone, whether it be families or keen ramblers.

The path is serviced by excellent road and rail links with starting points along the path at designated bus, railway stations and car parks so planning your route couldn't be easier.