Tayport Lighthouse – Tayport Harbour loop from Cupar
Tayport Lighthouse – Tayport Harbour loop from Cupar
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Tayport Lighthouse – Tayport Harbour loop from Cupar
05:42
90.2km
900m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 10, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 47 m for 15 m
After 90.3 km for 15 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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10.5 km
View from Bowden Hill
Highlight • Viewpoint
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13.2 km
Milldeans Wood
Forest
14.6 km
Drummy Wood
Forest
21.7 km
Falkland Palace
Highlight • Historical Site
Inspired by the grand châteaux of France, in the 16th century James IV and his son, James V, transformed this favoured retreat of the royal Stuarts – the palace became one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
One of Falkland’s most famous royal residents – Mary, Queen of Scots – was enchanted with the palace, and took advantage of Falkland’s vast estate to pursue falconry and hunting, while also enjoying a game of tennis in what is now the oldest surviving real (or royal) tennis court in the world.
Today, visitors can wander through our historic orchard, complete with a living willow labyrinth, and marvel at the beauty of our formal gardens designed by Percy Cane.
Although it fell into disrepair after 1660, Falkland Palace was saved from ruin in the 19th century by the 3rd Marquess of Bute. Innovative and passionate, Bute gave the palace a new lease of life.
Intricate wood panelling, impressive painted ceilings and beautifully carved furniture provide a visually stunning insight into Bute’s artistic vision, showcasing his respect for the palace’s Renaissance roots.
Source: nts.org.uk/visit/places/falkland-palace
Tip by
28.6 km
Auchtermuchty Common
Nature Reserve
33.1 km
View of the River Tay
Highlight • River
54.3 km
Tay Rail Bridge
Highlight • Monument
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62.1 km
Tayport Lighthouse
Highlight • Viewpoint
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63.4 km
Tayport Harbour
Highlight • Structure
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90.2 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
72.1 km
8.00 km
4.73 km
3.80 km
1.41 km
203 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
68.1 km
19.7 km
1.39 km
955 m
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Elevation
Highest point (160 m)
Lowest point (0 m)
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Sunday 17 May
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6°C
66 %
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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h
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