The cross depicts the Crucifixion on one side and on the other the Virgin and Child. The Mercat Cross originally stood where the Biggar fountain now stands, but because of …

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The Biggar Fountain is an ornate Victorian Gothic drinking fountain with crown head, designed by John Rhind in 1878, commemorates Walter Biggar, one of the founders of the herring trade with the Baltic. The inscription on the Biggar fountain reads 'Presented to the town of Banff in Memory of Walter Biggar Esq. And Mrs. Anne Duff, his wife. 1878.' Biblical inscriptions on the East and West panels.

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Best Hikes to Mercat Cross and Biggar Fountain, Banff

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1. Bridge of Alvah – Temple of Venus loop from Inverboyndie

14.4km

03:55

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Banff Harbour – Banff Parish Church loop from Inverboyndie

6.03km

01:36

70m

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Macduff Parish Church – View of Macduff loop from Macduff

10.2km

02:44

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Location: Banff And Macduff, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Mercat Cross and Biggar Fountain, Banff

1. Bridge of Alvah – Temple of Venus loop from Inverboyndie

2. Banff Harbour – Banff Parish Church loop from Inverboyndie

3. Macduff Parish Church – View of Macduff loop from Macduff

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