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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

03:08

11.7km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.31 km

Bridge of Balgownie

Highlight • Historical Site

The wonderful Brig o Balgownie is a beautiful 13th-century stone bridge spanning over the River Don in Old Aberdeen. Whilst it's not been officially proven, historians believe this bridge could …

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3.36 km

Seaton Park and the River Don

Highlight • Viewpoint

Seaton Park is a beautiful public space located in the Old Aberdeen sector of Aberdeen. It is nestled alongside the winding River Don and features several landmarks including Wallace Tower, …

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3.78 km

St Machar's Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

A prominent position over the park, and easy to walk to. There are also the cities e-bikes available to ride from here.

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4.15 km

Wallace Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Once situated on st Nicholas Street, the tower was dismantled and moved to its current position to make way for Marks and Spencer's department store. No access inside, but it …

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6.07 km

Grandholm Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Built in1922, this structure has been superseded by a new bridge, but remains open for local residents.

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6.26 km

Mother Earth Sculpture, Grandholm

Highlight • Monument

The Mother Earth sculpture was built in Grandholm by Andy Scott, the artist behind the Kelpies. The two leopards represent the two leopards gifted to the city and incorporated in the city seal.

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7.93 km

Grandholm Mill Lade

Highlight • Historical Site

The path along the river here takes you over the old mill lade and through old woodlands. The river views are good and the path peaceful.

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11.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.36 km

3.22 km

2.60 km

2.31 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.14 km

3.63 km

1.11 km

928 m

899 m

843 m

Elevation

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Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

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11°C

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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

Bridge of Balgownie

Seaton Park and the River Don

St Machar's Cathedral

Wallace Tower

Grandholm Bridge

Mother Earth Sculpture, Grandholm

Grandholm Mill Lade

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