A new ferry route between Scotland and mainland Europe has been announced. Starting next year, there will be a ferry link between Rosyth and Zeebrugge, near Bruges.
The route will initially be for freight transportation when it launches in spring 2023. However, the mayor of Bruges has stated that passenger transportation is on the table.
Rosyth is approximately 17 miles out of Edinburgh, or around 40 minutes by car. It is also only a 50-minute drive away from Glasgow, making it a convenient spot for potential future holidays. READ MORE — The secluded property overlooking 'heavenly' Scottish loch for sale that's a 'rare' find Zeebrugge, meanwhile, is a port and seaside resort famous for its busy sea harbour.
The Belgian destination features quality restaurants and fishermen’s pubs, and is only a 20-minute drive from the capital. Speaking to Belgian news stations, Bruges mayor Dirk De fauw said: "I’m happy to see an alternative to the old Zeebrugge-Hull link to the UK. "Rosyth is located not far from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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