For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Aberdeenshire. Use our Travel Guide as a source of inspiration for planning your next adventure and browse through descriptions and route details of the most beautiful hikes.
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The 10 Most Beautiful hikes in Aberdeenshire

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
Wanderung von Stonehaven zu Dunnottar Castle
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
4.8 km
1:30 h
166 m
166 m
Aussichtsreiche Wanderung entlang der Küste von Stonehaven zu Dunnottar Castle

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
Rundtour ab Glenmuick über den Lochnagar
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
18.7 km
6:01 h
735 m
735 m
Ausgedehnte Wanderung nahe Balmoral Castle zu einer der aussichtsreichsten Hochplateaus Schottlands. Die Tour lädt dazu ein, die Naturvielfalt Aberdeenshires kennenzulernen und den Blick über eine beeindruckende Landschaft schweifen zu lassen. Die Route wird von einer Wanderung entlang des idyllischen Flussufers des Loch Muicks abgerundet.

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
Auf dem Ley Way rund um Crathes Castle
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
6.5 km
2:00 h
73 m
73 m
Abwechslungsreiche Rundwanderung durch die Wälder und Ländereien rund um das märchenhafte Crathes Castle

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
Rundtour um Craig Leek
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.3 km
2:19 h
204 m
197 m
Eine ca. 2,5 stündige Rundtour auf gut ausgebauten Wegen um den Berg "Craig Leek"

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
Inverey - Colonel`s Bed - Altanour Lodge
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.2 km
3:00 h
161 m
0 m
Start: Inverey
Track: Colonel`s Bed to Altanour Lodge (and return)
Finish: Inverey

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
SCO-084-Torphins-Netherlands Circuit
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.7 km
3:15 h
132 m
133 m
An enjoyable country ramble in Mid-Deeside, characterised by rolling fertile farmland, upland pine forests and heather hilltops. The route is clear, apart from a short section on an overgrown old road, and the ascents are gradual. There are wonderful views throughout the walk.Duration: 3.25 hours

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
SCO-083-Lumphanan-Tullochvenus Circular
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.4 km
2:45 h
191 m
191 m
After an initial section largely enclosed in mixed woodland, most of the route is characterised by wide open views, near and far. The 200 m+ ascent over Glenshalg Hill is gradual, with no steep slopes to negotiate. All told, a very scenic and enjoyable little hike.Duration: 2.75 hours.

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
7 Bridges, including Knock castle and Golf Club detour
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.6 km
2:50 h
134 m
136 m
7 Bridges & Knock Castle including Golf Course detour

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
SCO-087-Meikle Tap (Hill of Fare) Circular
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.2 km
2:30 h
242 m
242 m
Close to Westhill and Banchory, this is an accessible walk in open conifer forest and heather moorland, easily accomplished in a half-day excursion. The ascent to the top is gradual, whilst the views from the top are wonderful. A good hill-walk for walkers of all abilities.Duration: 2.5 hours.

Hiking Route
· United Kingdom
SCO-019-Deer Abbey-Pitfour Lake Ramble
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.1 km
2:30 h
41 m
41 m
A relatively easy walk with minimal overall ascent on good paths and estate roads. The route breaks into 3 main components – firstly, open outlooks from the old railway line; then the fascinating ruins of Deer Abbey; and finally, the picturesque beauty of Pitfour Lake.Duration: 2.5 hours.
***Some walkers may not be comfortable walking on the verge of a busy A road. See Waypoint 4 for an alternative route.***
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SCO-130-Glenbuchat-Meikle Firbriggs Circuit by Pete
August 07, 2022
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Nice walk, thanks. The final descent is a little overgrown (summer 2022) but passable.
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02-SEP-20 14:43:06 by Scott
July 31, 2022
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Community
Fantastic walk. I did this the opposite way round at the height of Summer. Some of the going is a little tricky at Red Haven, but shouldn't be too much bother unless you have walking difficulties.
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When did you do this route? July 31, 2022
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Ben Macdui & Cairn Gorm (from Ski Centre) by Dan
July 19, 2022
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Community
When did you do this route? July 18, 2022
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