Coastal path

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Coastal path on the Côte d'Azur in France.

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The South West Coast Path shares the sea wall between Teignmouth and Dawlish Warren with long distance and Riviera Line trains.

A coastal path (or a littoral path) is a trail along a sea shore or a lake shore for pedestrians, and sometimes for cyclists or equestrians.

Some coastal paths were originally created for use by customs or coastguard officials looking out for smugglers landing illicit goods. In modern times some routes have been developed for tourists, with facilities such as benches, waymarks and information boards.

Examples of coastal paths

• GR 34, Brittany Coast Path, France
• California Coastal Trail, US
• South West Coast Path, England
• Wales Coast Path
• England Coast Path, a government-backed scheme for a complete coastal path around England