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The best cycling routes In Aberdeenshire

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Cycling In Aberdeenshire is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Scotland. So you can find your perfect Aberdeenshire bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 16, 2025

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1. Loch Muick & Knock Castle loop from Ballater — Cairngorms National Park

32.4km

02:29

340m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Deeside Way & Aboyne loop from Ballater

36.6km

02:39

280m

270m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

43.6km

03:45

670m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Girdle Ness & North Sea Coast loop from Aberdeen

41.3km

02:36

330m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Glen Gairn, Balmoral & Knock Castle loop from Ballater — Cairngorms National Park

34.0km

02:14

490m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Balmoral Castle and River Dee loop from Braemar – Cairngorms National Park

49.9km

03:27

370m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Dundee Law, Broughty Castle & the Firth of Tay loop on the Green Circular from Dundee

39.0km

02:28

200m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Glen Clova & Loch Wharral loop from Kirriemuir — Cairngorms National Park

52.9km

03:45

810m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Loch Kinard, Ballater & the Cambus O’ May Bridge loop from Dinnet — Cairngorms National Park

24.3km

01:43

160m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Loch Lee & the River North Esk loop from Edzel — Cairngorms National Park

51.9km

03:44

440m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes In Aberdeenshire

1. Loch Muick & Knock Castle loop from Ballater — Cairngorms National Park

2. The Deeside Way & Aboyne loop from Ballater

3. River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

4. Girdle Ness & North Sea Coast loop from Aberdeen

5. Glen Gairn, Balmoral & Knock Castle loop from Ballater — Cairngorms National Park

6. Balmoral Castle and River Dee loop from Braemar – Cairngorms National Park

7. Dundee Law, Broughty Castle & the Firth of Tay loop on the Green Circular from Dundee

8. Glen Clova & Loch Wharral loop from Kirriemuir — Cairngorms National Park

9. Loch Kinard, Ballater & the Cambus O’ May Bridge loop from Dinnet — Cairngorms National Park

10. Loch Lee & the River North Esk loop from Edzel — Cairngorms National Park

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