The River Almond Walkway from Cramond
From the Roman harbour at Cramond up the wooded Almond to the old Cramond Brig.
- Distance
- 4.5 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 44 m
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About this walk
The River Almond Walkway from Cramond is an easy 4.5 km out-and-back walk with 60 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Cramond village (grid reference NT 190 769). The start can be reached by public transport.
Cramond is a whitewashed village where the River Almond meets the Forth, on the site of a Roman fort. The walkway follows the river inland through a wooded gorge past old mill weirs to Cramond Brig, a 15th-century bridge. Return the same way, or go out to Cramond Island at low tide.
Route
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The walkway
Follow the river upstream to Cramond Brig and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does The River Almond Walkway from Cramond take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 4.5 km route, which has 60 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 Cramond village (grid reference NT 190 769). Car park at Cramond foreshore.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Edinburgh city centre to Cramond. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Riverside paths with steps.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Cramond Island is cut off at high tide and people are regularly stranded: only cross with the tide tables checked.
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