beginner
Gullane, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom

Portobello Beach

Edinburgh's most famous urban beach with good swimming conditions and a vibrant year-round swimming community, suited for beginner to intermediate swimmers. The beach has changing facilities and nearby amenities making it very accessible. The water is cooler than southern English beaches but manageable with a wetsuit.

Satellite view of Portobello Beach

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Portobello Beach

55.9558, -3.1079

Details

Location
Gullane, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
55.9558, -3.1079

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