Dundee Law from the city centre
Up the old volcanic hill in the middle of Dundee for a view over the Tay bridges.
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 170 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 174 m
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About this walk
Dundee Law from the city centre is an easy 5.3 km out-and-back walk with 170 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Dundee station (grid reference NO 403 299). The start can be reached by public transport.
Dundee Law is the plug of an old volcano rising right in the middle of the city, with a war memorial on the top. From the station, the walk climbs through the streets of the city to the summit.
The view takes in the whole city, the Tay road and rail bridges, and across the river to Fife.
Route
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1
Up through the city
Walk up through the city streets to the foot of the Law.
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The summit
Climb to the war memorial on the top, and return.
Summit
Dundee Law
174 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Dundee Law from the city centre take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 5.3 km route, which has 170 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Dundee station (grid reference NO 403 299). City-centre car parks (charge), or a small car park near the top of the Law.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Dundee. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements and a steep path to the top.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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