Water of Leith Walkway, Public walkway and bike path between Balerno and Leith, Scotland.
The Water of Leith Walkway extends for 13 miles through Edinburgh, connecting multiple neighborhoods with paths suitable for walking and cycling along the river.
The construction of this pathway began in 1973, with the first section between Juniper Green and Slateford opening to pedestrians on August 30 of that year.
The Colinton Tunnel features a large mural inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's poetry, while Anthony Gormley's Standing Man statues mark various points along the route.
Maps of the route can be obtained at the Visitor Centre for £1.00, with the journey from Balerno to Slateford taking approximately two hours to complete.
The pathway serves as an Urban Wildlife Site where visitors can observe herons, kingfishers, otters, wild garlic, and brown trout in their natural environment.
Location: City of Edinburgh
Website: https://www.waterofleith.org.uk/walkway/
Phone: +4401314557367
Website: https://waterofleith.org.uk/walkway
GPS coordinates: 55.88600,-3.33981
Latest update: May 13, 2025 06:30
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