Forth Bridges Trail

The Forth Bridges Trail is a lovely circular walk taking in the iconic Forth Bridges and the historic local communities of North and South Queensferry.

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Destination Forth

A new visitor trail highlighting Scotland’s iconic Forth Bridges and the distinctive historic communities of North and South Queensferry has been launched today

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Forth Bridge included in unique UK UNESCO Sites on new illustrated map

Discover the Forth Bridge & 57 other UNESCO sites in the UK and crown dependencies on a new illustrated map. Download from the UK National Commission for UNESCO

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New Stops on the Forth Bridges Trail Unveiled for World Heritage Day

The trail, which showcases Scotland’s iconic Forth Bridges and the distinctive historic communities of North and South Queensferry, has nine new trail stops.

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Visit the Local Area | Forth Bridges

Stay a wee while to visit the local area around the Forth Bridges - the Firth of Forth, North and South Queensferry, and Edinburgh and Fife.

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Getting Here

Getting here is easy. Find out how to travel to the Forth Bridges by plane, bus, car, train, boat, cycle - or on foot.

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Itinerary | Full Day

Explore like a local with our full day itinerary for a day at the Forth Bridges.

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Forth Bridges Creative Trail

Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May 2026. Experience the vibrant creativity of artists & makers, showcasing local talent set against the stunning Forth Bridges.

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Queensferry Crossing: Origin & Early Development

Discover the Queensferry Crossing origins & early development - why the crossing was needed and the strategic stakeholders involved.

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Naming the Queensferry Crossing

Find out how naming the Queensferry Crossing was put to a public vote.

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Forth Bridge

The Forth Bridge is an iconic bridge in Scotland. Check essential travel, weather & webcams and find out more about its design and history.

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Managing the UNESCO Site

Find out how the Forth Bridge UNESCO World Heritage Site is managed and protected to deliver benefits.

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UNESCO Nomination Process

Find out who was involved in the UNESCO World Heritage Site nomination process for the Forth Bridge and what it entailed.

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Six Ways to Enjoy Visiting the Forth Bridges

Connecting Fife with Edinburgh, across the River Forth are three remarkable bridges spanning three centuries. Check out our six ways to enjoy visiting!

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Queensferry Crossing Wind Shielding Success

The Queensferry Crossing has remained open in high winds on more than 100 occasions when the Forth Road Bridge is likely to have closed to some or all traffic.

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