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Hebridean Way Walking Route Section H: Berneray to Seilebost

Start: Leverburgh, Harris, Finish: Seilebost, Harris

Type:Hebridean Way Walking Route

Harris: Horgabost wayfinder
  • Harris: Horgabost wayfinder
  • Harris: walkers on a hill
  • Harris: view from Scarista
  • Harris: beach at Seilebost

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Please note the advisory on this section.​​​​​​

Height Climbed: 590m / 1,935ft

Height Descended: 586m / 1,922ft

Terrain: 9.5 miles on rough paths or wet, pathless moorland following waymarker posts; 3.5 miles on single track roads.

After crossing the Sound of Harris – a strong contender for Britain’s most spectacular ferry journey – the little village of Leverburgh is a fine introduction to the Isle of Harris. Established in the early 1920s by the island’s English owner, Lord Leverhulme, Leverburgh was intended to be a major fishing port. His plans never really took off – these days the village makes a welcome stop for visitors with B&Bs, a good restaurant and several shops.

Today’s walk is the toughest of the whole Hebridean Way, with long sections following damp paths or waymarker posts over wet, boggy moorland. The rewards, however, are considerable. Along the way you will pass the spectacular beaches of Scarista, Horgabost and Luskentyre on Harris’s west coast. The island of Taransay and the mountains of North Harris form superb backdrops to the world class views.

The section finishes with a tough little climb up a steep, rocky hill. It’s a tiring ascent but the views of Luskentyre beach and the saltmarsh at Seilebost make an unforgettable end to the day.

The distances and timings above do not include any extra distance you may need to reach your accommodation for the night. 

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  • By Walking
  • Route Information - Connection Transport - Ferry (1hr)
  • Route Information - Route Status - Main
  • Route Information - Terrain - Waymarked moorland. Road.

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