Deeside Way — Edge of Aberdeen – Bridge of Dee loop from Cove Bay

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Deeside Way — Edge of Aberdeen – Bridge of Dee loop from Cove Bay

Hard

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Deeside Way — Edge of Aberdeen – Bridge of Dee loop from Cove Bay

02:56

27.2km

190m

Running

Hard run. 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: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.91 km

Flagpole Mound, Duthie Park

Highlight • Monument

Duthie Park is a fabulous park located close to the city centre, which is popular with locals and visitors alike. The 44 acre site was donated to the city by …

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8.55 km

Old Deeside Railway Line

Highlight • Cycleway

The Old Deeside Railway Line is a magnificent 41-mile stretch of traffic-free walking or cycling, beginning in Duthie Peak, Aberdeen.

The path is a former railway line that carried passengers …

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12.4 km

Old Cults Railway Station Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice easy cycle/walk & can still see an old station that is not used now.

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13.7 km

Deeside Way — Edge of Aberdeen

Highlight • Cycleway

The Deeside Way traces the former Deeside Railway from Aberdeen to Ballater. You pass old railway stations as you ride the 41-mile (66 km) traffic-free trail through the beautiful Aberdeenshire …

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19.8 km

Railway Bridge Over the River Dee

Highlight • Bridge

19.8 km

Sir James McGrigor Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

21m tall and made of pink granite, it commemorates sir James Mcgrigor who was a military surgeon.

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20.0 km

Duthie Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely city park with plenty parking off Riverside drive. The winter gardens can also be found here.

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21.2 km

Bridge of Dee

Highlight • Historical Site

The magnificent Bridge of Dee is a 16th-century road bridge that spans over the River Dee. The bridge is made of stone and has an impressive seven ribbed arches, and …

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24.2 km

Kincorth Hill Local Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

27.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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