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Wildlife and History on Great Cumbrae

Summary

The route follows quiet minor roads round the coast and over the highest point of the island. You pass a number of sites of local historical interest, and the coast gives great opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.9 miles (15.9 km)
Walking time:
04h 00m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Cumbrae Slip, Creat Cumbrae Island, Scotland.

lat: 55.7867281

lon: -4.8987178

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