The Top 20 Attractions around New Abbey
There are plenty of places to see and visit around New Abbey. Whether you love hiking or cycling, New Abbey is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 7, 2025
Criffel Summit
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This fantastic peak in southern Scotland offers magnificent views across the Barbara Channel toward England. On a clear day, it's possible to see the hills of the Lake District and even out to the Isle of Man.
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Sweetheart Abbey Ruins
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The Abbey of Dulce Cor, better known as Sweetheart Abbey, was a Cistercian monastery founded in 1273 in what is now the village of New Abbey, in the historical county …
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Knockendoch Summit
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Wonderful views from the peak of Knockendoch overlooking Loch Kindar and the surrounding countryside.
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Dalbeattie Heart Stane
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A wonderful pit stop on the 7Stanes MTB trail. Rocks to sit on and views to enjoy.
No great skills are needed to make it this far.
No great skills are needed to make it this far.
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Dumfries to Kirkcudbright Cycle Route
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Makes a really good round trip going back to Dumfries on the coast roads, A711 to Dalbeattie and A710 to Dumfries (they may be A roads, but not very busy). …
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