Abdie And Dunbog

The Top 5 Castles around Abdie And Dunbog

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5 beautiful castles to choose from around Abdie And Dunbog. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Falkland Palace & Garden

Balmerino Abbey Ruins

Falkland Village and Palace

Creich Castle Ruins

Balvaird Castle

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Falkland Palace & Garden
Hiking Highlight
Falkland Palace & Garden provides a unique opportunity to explore a royal ‘pleasure palace’ with a Victorian twist.

Inspired by the grand châteaux of France, in the 16th century James …
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Balmerino Abbey Ruins
Hiking Highlight
Founded in 1229 by Queen Ermengarde, Balmerino Abbey was once a magnificent Cistercian monastery. These days, the ruins are an atmospheric place to explore. Serene and still, you are afforded …
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Falkland Village and Palace
Cycling Highlight
Stopped here for soup at Campbells Cafe which was great. The Royal Palace (16 century) is impressive too.
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Creich Castle Ruins
Hiking Highlight
A castle has stood on this site since the 11th century and was originally built to protect against Viking invaders. The ruins you see today, however, are from the 16th …
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Balvaird Castle
Hiking Highlight
A short walk from the car park to see the grounds and ruins of this castle. Historic Scotland manages this site, and paid entry to the interior of the castle.
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