The Top 20 Attractions around Bennachie
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Bennachie. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Bennachie 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: November 24, 2025
Mither Tap hillfort summit
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Although the ramparts of this once mighty fortification have been reduced to tumbled stone, the remains of Mither Tap hillfort are hugely impressive. The barbican entrance is a rare survivor whilst the views from the summit are breathtaking.
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Dunnideer Hill Fort Ruins
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The tower house here was built in around 1260. It's mainly ruined but thought to have once consisted of a single rectangular tower with walls almost 2m thick and several …
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Oxen Craig Summit
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This is the highest peak on Bennachie.
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House of Fetternear Ruins
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These are the remains of the House of Fetternear, which burnt down in 1919. Originally built by the Bishop of Ramsay in 1226. The ruins are fenced off and can be admired from the path.
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My Lord’s Throat Road (River Don Climb)
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Lovely quiet road that follows the River Don.
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