Dammam Corniche: the waterfront footway

From the western end of the Corniche footway in Dammam, follow the paved path east along the waterfront. A railing separates it from the Gulf on one side, and lawns, palms and the Corniche park lie on the other. The footway runs on to its eastern end, where this walk stops; walk back the same way. OpenStreetMap maps it as one continuous footway.

It is 3.2 km one way and flat (0 m of ascent); allow about an hour. The grade is Easy: a paved path. There are car parks near both ends, though the footway is not linked to them by a direct path.

There is almost no shade. Walk in the cooler months, early or after sunset, carry water and wear a hat. Dress in loose clothing that covers the elbows and knees, as the UK government advises across Saudi Arabia.

Route drawn by Global Adventurer along OpenStreetMap paths (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL), with figures worked out from it. Check the forecast and the ground on the day: paths change.