Leven Beach – Leven Beach loop from Methil

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Leven Beach – Leven Beach loop from Methil

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Leven Beach – Leven Beach loop from Methil

02:19

22.3km

140m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.94 km for 52 m

Open: • 6:00 AM-9:00 PM (otherwise closed)

After 4.88 km for 56 m

Open: • 6:00 AM-9:00 PM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.01 km

Methil Wind Turbine

Highlight • Monument

On the Fife coastal path. Part of Methils industrial heritage immortalised in song by Fife twins the Proclaimers.

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3.96 km

Old Metal Railway Bridge, Leven

Highlight • Historical Site

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The first two miles follows the River Leven, before joining paved paths for 2.5mls.
Tree lined paths …

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4.12 km

Waterfront Pedestrian Crossing

Highlight • Rest Area

No audible cue

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4.28 km

Leven Beach

Highlight • Beach

4.66 km

Hidden Bollards on Narrow Lane

Highlight • Structure

4.90 km

West Beach, Leven

Highlight • Trail

West Beach forms the townward part of a long stretch of sand north-east from the mouth of the River Leven to Lundin Links. The beach is backed by a promenade, …

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4.98 km

Leven Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

With a vast expanse of clean sand, as well as lovely clean water to swim in, Leven Beach is a great place to relax and play. There are some family-friendly activities nearby and the beach is well-served with facilities.

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16.9 km

Letham Glen

Highlight • Rest Area

Letham Glen lies to the north east corner of the town of Leven, at the beginning of the coastal tourist route between Leven and Lundin Links. It’s located just off …

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22.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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