Dundee - Arbroath
This route (on National Route 1 and also part of the North Sea Cycle Route) follows flat, coastal paths and minor roads, and takes you from city and town to beaches, castles and golf links.
Starting in Dundee at the north end of the Tay Road Bridge, the route heads through the Dundee port area (You require a security pass – telephone 01382 224121). To date there is no access for pedestrians through the port. If you are not allowed through, there is an alternative route. As you continue around the bay, you’ll see Broughty Castle jutting into the estuary. There are several pubs and restaurants in Broughty Ferry and entry to the castle museum is free.
The route then follows close to the sea to Monifieth, from where a fine, new route heads over Barry Links. Carnoustie offers opportunities for refreshments and a view of the famous championship golf course. The route continues to East Haven, where it heads inland and on to Arbroath on cycleway alongside the A92. You can ride the route in either direction and make your return journey by bike or train. For a shorter ride you can cut the journey short using the railway stations along the route.
Natural attractions:
- Firth of Tay
- Barry Links
Visitor attractions:
- Royal Research Ship Discovery
- Frigate Unicorn
- Claypotts Castle
- Broughty Castle and Museum
- Championship Golf Course
- Barry Water Mill
- Signal Tower Museum
- Arbroath Abbey
Route submitted by: Sustrans
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Key route details
- Region/Area:
Angus and Dundee
- Distance:
21 miles
- Time needed:
1½ - 3 hours
- Classification:
Easy
- Traffic:
Traffic-free
- Surface:
Tarmac
- NCN Route:
National Route 1
- Start:
Dundee
- Finish:
Arbroath
- Cycle hire:
Spokes Cycles in Dundee, tel: 01382 666644
- Access:
Train Stations at Dundee, Broughty Ferry, Balmossie, Monifieth, Barry Links, Carnoustie and Arbroath
- Maps and guides
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Coast and Castles North NN1D £6.99
- Links with:
Tayport to Broughty Ferry
- Weather:
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Fri
max: 15°C min: 7°C
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Sat
max: 12°C min: 4°C
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Sun
max: 13°C min: 6°C
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Mon
max: 11°C min: 7°C
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