With woodland walks, sandy beaches and breathtaking cliffs, each section reveals new riches for the perceptive and the patient. Perhaps he was referring to its fine beaches or its rich trading links with the Low Countries, which today are mirrored in the distinctive pan tiles and crow stepped gables of the fishing villages in the East Neuk of Fife. These are just a few of the highlights of the Fife Coastal Path - its true depth of character will be revealed as you walk. The Fife Coastal Path is easily accesssible by rail and bus. There is also ample car parking at each of the designated startingpoints - and, because the path links a series of towns and villages, there is an excellent choice of places to eat out or buy a picnic of local specialities.
Accommodation is plentiful and offers superb value for money through out the Kingdom of Fife.
Simply contact the Tourist Information Centres for a free brochure or advice on finding accommodation. For more information on Fife and its many attractions, you may want to do some background reading . The Fife Coastal Walk is being developed by Fife Enterprise, Fife Council and Scottish National Heritage with financial assistance from the European Regional Development Fund. Parts of this walk can be very muddy, marshy and rocky - so please be sure to wear suitably stout footwear and outdoor clothing to match. The Fife Costal Path is being developed by Fife Enterprise, Fife Council and Scottish Natural Heritage - with financial assistance from the European Regional Development Fund.