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Evie And Rendall

Broch of Gurness – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

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United Kingdom
Scotland
Orkney islands
Evie And Rendall

Broch of Gurness – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

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Broch of Gurness – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

01:57

7.48km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

102 m

Broch of Gurness

Highlight • Historical Site

The Broch of Gurness is one of the best examples of a prehistoric Iron Age settlement. You can explore the ruins of the village and find out more at the …

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2

1.67 km

View of Sands of Evie

Highlight • Beach

3

6.96 km

Sands of Evie Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful and wild sandy beach in the crook of the Aiker Ness headland. Perfect spot for a rest and maybe some lunch.
If you can ride to the end of …

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7.48 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.75 km

1.40 km

1.20 km

116 m

Surfaces

4.87 km

1.40 km

1.02 km

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Monday 25 May

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