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The Whisky Castle – River Avon loop from Tomintoul

The Whisky Castle – River Avon loop from Tomintoul

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The Whisky Castle – River Avon loop from Tomintoul

02:28

33.2km

520m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

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33 m

The Whisky Castle

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For more than 100 years the Whisky Castle has been selling some of Scotland's finest single malts and plenty more besides

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5.66 km

River Avon

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The water of the River Avon is among the clearest in the Scottish Highlands and, like the Spey River, produces whisky with a less pronounced peat flavor.

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11.0 km

Gravel Descent Towards Tomintoul

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Ben Rinnes the obvious peak on the horizon.

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11.1 km

View of Tomintoul

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Take clothing layers can be chilly on the tops

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16.9 km

Climb Towards Faindouran Lodge

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A beautiful climb, make sure to watch out when descending due to lose gravel and sandy sections.

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19.5 km

Linn of Avon

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21.5 km

Glen Avon Estate Road

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In beautiful Glen Avon, you'll have little to complain about when it comes to the condition of the gravel roads; they're generally in perfect condition. Higher up in the glen, …

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31.5 km

View of the River in Cairngorms National Park

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For truly beautiful views, I'd definitely recommend cycling further into Glen Avon. It's a feast for the eyes.

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33.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.2 km

2.00 km

970 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.5 km

10.1 km

6.47 km

2.17 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (660 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Tuesday 12 May

6°C

1°C

80 %

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The Whisky Castle – River Avon loop from Tomintoul

The Whisky Castle

River Avon

Gravel Descent Towards Tomintoul

View of Tomintoul

Climb Towards Faindouran Lodge

Linn of Avon

Glen Avon Estate Road

View of the River in Cairngorms National Park

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