Braemar Village Centre – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Braemar

Braemar Village Centre – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Braemar

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Braemar Village Centre – Glenshee Ski Centre loop from Braemar

02:17

47.2km

680m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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72 m

Braemar Village Hall

Highlight • Other

This authentic building immediately caught our eye when we visited Braemar. It was truly remarkable to see.

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330 m

Braemar Village Centre

Highlight • Cafe

The lovely town of Braemar has some decent places to eat burgers, salad, meat pies, fish and chips and much more. There is also an outdoor shop that provides trekking …

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433 m

Bridge over the Clunie Water — War Memorial, Braemar

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is located in the center of Braemar and spans over Clunie Water. There are several sculptures and information boards as a war memorial which commemorates the dead of both World War I and II.

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543 m

Old Military Road in Cairngorms National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Quiet alternative to the A93

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14.8 km

Glenshee Ski Centre

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Glenshee Ski Centre sits at the top of The Cairnwell Pass, the UK’s highest public road.

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23.8 km

Cairnwell Pass Climb from Spittal of Glenshee

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

This climb up to the ski resort of Glenshee has the distinction of being Britain's highest pass, rising to 670m in altitude over 8km of riding

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32.1 km

Cairnwell Pass

Mountain Pass

43.8 km

View of the Clunie Water and the Old Military Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

Enjoy stunning views over the winding Clunie Water and the towering mountains while you walk along the Old Military Road. There is a bridge nearby if you want to cross the river and get to Jock's Road.

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47.2 km

Braemar Youth Hostel

Highlight • Rest Area

Brilliantly accommodating hostel, with different ranges of rooms to suit all travellers from group to private. Great drying room and kitchen facilities, plus secure bike parking on site.

Make sure you pre-book your continental breakfast for the morning.

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