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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 Aberdeenshire. 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: November 17, 2025

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

32.4km

02:29

340m

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

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

43.6km

03:45

670m

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

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3. The Deeside Way & Aboyne loop from Ballater

36.6km

02:39

280m

270m

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

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

34.0km

02:14

490m

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

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

49.9km

03:27

370m

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

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

24.3km

01:43

160m

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

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7. Dunnottar Castle & Inverbervie loop from Stonehaven

42.1km

02:40

450m

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

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8. Aboyne and Ballater loop from Crathie – Cairngorms National Park

62.7km

04:12

480m

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

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9. Tanar and Aboyne loop from Ballater – Cairngorms National Park

46.1km

04:03

600m

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

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10. Glentanar National Nature Reserve loop from Tanar – Cairngorms National Park

28.5km

02:45

460m

Hard bike ride. Very 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. River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

3. The Deeside Way & Aboyne loop from Ballater

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

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

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

7. Dunnottar Castle & Inverbervie loop from Stonehaven

8. Aboyne and Ballater loop from Crathie – Cairngorms National Park

9. Tanar and Aboyne loop from Ballater – Cairngorms National Park

10. Glentanar National Nature Reserve loop from Tanar – Cairngorms National Park

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