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Bridge of Balgownie – Marischal College loop from University of Aberdeen

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Bridge of Balgownie – Marischal College loop from University of Aberdeen

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Bridge of Balgownie – Marischal College loop from University of Aberdeen

00:57

15.7km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8.37 km for 14 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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533 m

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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1.25 km

River Don Estuary

Highlight • River

The Don rises in the peat flat beneath Druim na Feithe, and in the shadow of Glen Avon, before flowing quietly past the ice-age moraine and down to Cock Bridge, …

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4.68 km

Aberdeen's Maritime Museum is a fantastic place to learn about the rich history of Aberdeen's relationship with the sea. There are terrific exhibitions in place to be enjoyed by people of all ages and a café on site too.

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4.95 km

Marischal College

Highlight • Monument

The second largest granite fronted building in Europe, and currently home to the City Council. The college was once one of two colleges in Aberdeen, the other being Kings College at Aberdeen University.

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5.82 km

Union Terrace Gardens

Highlight • Viewpoint

Recently redesigned and opened, the Union Terrace Gardens are a rear spot to enjoy the sun in the centre of Aberdeen. Ample benches to sit, and cafes nearby.

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11.3 km

Aberdeen Seafront

Highlight • Beach

There is a bike maintenance stand outside 'The Pier' on the beach front side of the road which can be handy. Pump, tools etc, all you need to running repairs. Plenty places for coffee on the beach front too.

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13.7 km

Aberdeen Beach

Highlight • Beach

Aberdeen Beach covers a lengthy stretch of fantastic coastline between the harbour and the River Dons mouth in Aberdeen on the east coast of Scotland.

The beach is famous for …

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15.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.04 km

4.74 km

2.72 km

2.54 km

534 m

126 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

890 m

295 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 1 September

15°C

9°C

53 %

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Bridge of Balgownie – Marischal College loop from University of Aberdeen

Bridge of Balgownie

River Don Estuary

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Marischal College

Union Terrace Gardens

Aberdeen Seafront

Aberdeen Beach

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