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Heart of Fife Trails

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Welcome to the Heart of Fife Trails, weaving through Burntisland, Kirkcaldy and Markinch. These diverse routes invite you to explore a rich tapestry of coastal views, rolling countryside and historic towns. Discover centuries of heritage, from ancient pathways to industrial stories, alongside vibrant local culture, peaceful green spaces, and striking architecture. Whether you’re wandering along the shoreline, uncovering hidden corners or enjoying the welcoming communities along the way, the Heart of Fife Trails offers a journey full of charm, history and unexpected treasures.

3 trails in this collection

Tap any trail to see the full details, interactive map, and audio guide.

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Moderate

Burntisland Heritage Trail

This trail will take you to many of the most important buildings and places in Burntisland which tell the story of the town over hundreds of years. Look out for the interpretation panels and commemorative plaques round the town.

  • 2.2km

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  • 1.5 hours
  • Map
  • Audio
  • Photos
Clue 1 a sign from the past
Easy

Markinch Town Trail Quiz

This circular trail takes around one hour to complete and gives you a flavour of the town’s history and architecture. It is suitable for most ages.

  • 1.5km

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  • 1 hr
  • Map
  • Audio
  • Photos
Adam Smith Theatre
Easy

Adam Smith Heritage Trail

This fascinating trail takes you through the streets of Kirkcaldy, where Adam Smith, the father of modern economics, spent his formative years and wrote significant parts of his masterpiece, The Wealth of Nations.

  • 1.4km

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  • 1.5 hours
  • Map
  • Audio
  • Photos
  • How to use
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As you go around the trail, tap the ‘previous’ and ‘next’ arrows to move between points. The picture at the top of the page is shows you where you should be.

If the map does not show your current position when you click “Show My Location” , check your phone browser setting and allow Location.

If there’s more than one of you with a smartphone, you can use the What3Words app to help you navigate. It’s free to download – type in the what3words location, tap “use compass” and it will help you find your way. Though remember, this will point to the exact location, not necessarily following the right path, so use the map on each page to help you.