Tarves

The Top 5 Castles around Tarves

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 Tarves. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Tolquhon Castle Ruins

Gight Castle Ruins

Fyvie Castle

Ellon Castle Ruins

Fyvie Castle Woodland Walk

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Tolquhon Castle Ruins
Hiking Highlight
The castle is accessible by public transportation; take the 291 Stagecoach bus to East Newseat of Tolquhon. The castle is about a mile from the stop. Ask the driver to …
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Gight Castle Ruins
Hiking Highlight
Lovely ruin. Note that it is in a field, so there might be cows.
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Fyvie Castle
Hiking Highlight
This magnificent fortress in the heart of Aberdeenshire is a sterling example of Scottish Baronial architecture. Inside, the rooms are filled with antiquities, armour and lavish oil paintings. Out in …
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Ellon Castle Ruins
Hiking Highlight
A great piece of local history in the area. The castle can be seen up close by visiting Ellon Castle Gardens (entrance fee) on a Saturday or Sunday. The garden's …
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Fyvie Castle Woodland Walk
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Along the loch side there is a fantastic walk through old woodlands. With a good path it is very accessible though there is a couple of short rougher sections at …
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