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: December 3, 2025

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.72 km

House of Fetternear Ruins

Highlight • Castle

These are the remains of the House of Fetternear, which burnt down in 1919. Originally built by the Bishop of Ramsay in 1226. The ruins are fenced off and can be admired from the path.

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2.72 km

Farm Buildings at Fetternear Estate

Highlight • Structure

The walk takes you past this farm building and home.

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3.91 km

View of Bennachie

Highlight • Summit

Lovely view to Bennachie with the distinctive Mither Tap.

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5.80 km

St Ninian's Chapel Ruins and Graveyard

Highlight • Historical Site

Ruins of a church and graveyard.

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7.27 km

River Don

Highlight • Viewpoint

Keep an eye out from the path along the River Don as it’s the perfect location for spotting the heron that can be seen from here

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8.41 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.70 km

2.90 km

769 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.74 km

769 m

575 m

332 m

Elevation

Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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House of Fetternear Ruins

Farm Buildings at Fetternear Estate

View of Bennachie

St Ninian's Chapel Ruins and Graveyard

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