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Ellon Viaduct – Meiklemill Footbridge loop from Ellon

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Ellon Viaduct – Meiklemill Footbridge loop from Ellon

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Ellon Viaduct – Meiklemill Footbridge loop from Ellon

00:41

6.40km

30m

Running

Moderate run. 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 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

552 m

Ellon Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

The Ellon Viaduct is the old crossing of the Ythan for the Banff and Buchan line that ran from Aberdeen north to Peterhead and Fraserburgh. A good view all along the river and the tarmac surface is accessible for all.

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2

1.08 km

Meiklemill Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

Tarmac bridge crosses the river Ythan next to the School. A useful shortcut to Gordon park, or useful to make a loop away from traffic using this bridge and the nearby railway viaduct.

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3

1.96 km

Ellon Old Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The old bridge in Ellon was built in 1793 and was the main crossing of the river Ythan up until 1944. It is now only in use for pedestrians. A …

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4

3.72 km

Start of Ellon Parkrun

Highlight • Trail

The Ellon Parkrun is a fun and free 5km event that starts here every Saturday at 9:30. The course is an out and back, it runs to the river and …

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5

4.35 km

Ellon Riverside Path Along the River Ythan

Highlight (Segment) • River

The path along the river Ythan here disappears from the roads and the noise of the town and takes you along the peaceful river. Now fully tarmac, this section is …

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6

5.43 km

Coffee Lab Café by the River Ythan

Highlight • Cafe

Café by the River Ythan. Indoor and outdoor seating. Lovely staff, great coffee, all day breakfast, sandwiches, toasties, soup, pancakes and cakes.

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B

6.40 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.88 km

1.22 km

264 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.75 km

1.39 km

1.22 km

943 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 15 October

12°C

3°C

27 %

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