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Royal Burgh Of St Andrews

West Sands Beach – St Andrews West Sands loop from University of St Andrews

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Hiking trails & Routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
Fife
Royal Burgh Of St Andrews

West Sands Beach – St Andrews West Sands loop from University of St Andrews

Easy

5.0

(3)

11

hikers

West Sands Beach – St Andrews West Sands loop from University of St Andrews

01:33

6.11km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.46 km

View of Eden Estuary

Highlight • River

2

4.26 km

West Sands Beach

Highlight • Beach

3

4.37 km

St Andrews West Sands

Highlight • Viewpoint

Famous for the opening scenes of the film Chariots of Fire, St Andrews West Sands extends for almost two miles of uninterrupted sand backed with dunes and the world-renowned golf course.

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4

4.76 km

Koop Sandwiches & Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

B

6.11 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.98 km

1.48 km

865 m

763 m

Surfaces

2.38 km

1.80 km

869 m

710 m

180 m

151 m

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