The Malagan statue next to Lower Largo beach

Crusoe’s Footsteps

About this trail

Welcome to Lower Largo and the Crusoe’s Footsteps Trail. On this journey we will learn all about the history of the area, visit new places and maybe spot one of the most famous sailors in history.

Our trail begins on the green overlooking The Crusoe and Drummochy Road Bridge. You can reach this point from Leven station on foot in about ninety minutes – follow the Leven to Lower Largo Discovery Trail. Several bus routes service this location.

This short, flat route through Lower Largo will give you a background to the history of the area. We’ll learn about the people who lived in Lower Largo and how things have changed over the years. We’ll learn how the sea has both provided for the local people, but also taken away. And of course, we’ll learn a little bit about one of Britain’s most famous sailors, Alexander Selkirk…better known as Robinson Crusoe!

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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.

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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.