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Dunfermline - Old Railway and Pilgrim Way — 6.5 km Running Route

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Dunfermline - Old Railway and Pilgrim Way is a 6.5 km (4.0 miles) loop in Dunfermline, Scotland: flat, with 36 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

36 mAscent
Paved60%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Dunfermline - Old Railway and Pilgrim Way running route
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Location: Dunfermline, Scotland

Lace up for a gentle exploration of Dunfermline's greener fringes on this 6.5km loop. Starting near Baldridgeburn, the route initially traces the former railway line, offering a flat and convenient surface. You’ll then wind through the peaceful Dean Plantation before joining a section of the historic Fife Pilgrim Way, promising a blend of natural scenery and a touch of local heritage.

With 100% paved surfaces and minimal ascent, this route is ideal for comfortable, consistent training runs, recovery jogs, or a leisurely outing. The well-maintained paths make it suitable for runners of all abilities looking to enjoy a slice of Dunfermline's outdoors without venturing too far off the beaten track.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.5 km loop in Dunfermline, Scotland with around 36 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 36 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 60% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

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