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Stromness to Skara Brae, Mainland Orkney

Summary

This superb walk on Orkney runs from the picturesquely rugged port town of Stromness to the remarkably well-preserved Neolithic village of Skara Brae. Lengthy but rarely strenuous, it takes in breathtaking coastal views
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.1 miles (17.9 km)
Walking time:
06h 00m
Type:
Linear

Start location

Victoria Street, Stromness town centre

lat: 58.9611334

lon: -3.2997756

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