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Aberdeenshire
Ballater And Crathie

Gelder Shiel Bothy

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Gelder Shiel Bothy

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

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

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    August 4, 2025

    A beautiful gravel path up to the Gelder Shiel Bothy, suitable for gravel bikes. The 'Royal Bothy' itself may not be as regal as you might expect, but it remains one of the most beautiful bothies I've ever stayed in in Scotland. The former stables of the royal lodge in front of it have been converted into a bothy by the MBA and have everything you need: bunk beds, a table and chairs, and a stove for warmth. Because logging or collecting fallen wood around the bothy is prohibited, the estate provides its own firewood. You can find the wood at the back of the bothy, but you still have to saw it yourself. Fortunately, there's also a saw in the bothy—thanks King Charles! The location is also fantastic, with beautiful views, and the small wood has a cozy and inviting feel. A stream with fresh water flows through it. I would love to return here someday.

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      Distance 6.71 km

      Uphill 180 m

      Downhill 10 m

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      Location: Ballater And Crathie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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