Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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1.63 km

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A picturesque and sturdy suspension bridge here, providing a fun wobble over the river. On the northern bank, you will see the Temple of the Muses, too.

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1.75 km

Temple of the Muses

Highlight • Historical Site

This beautiful circular temple was built in 1817 by the Earl of Buchan (probably not with own hands, I gather?...) as a tribute to poet James Thomson. A beautiful place to stop at.

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2.58 km

Dryburgh Abbey Ruins

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Surrounded by spectacular grounds, Dryburgh Abbey is one of the most complete border abbeys in Scotland. Established in 1150, it was the premier house in Scotland of the Premonstratensian order. …

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6.59 km

Crystal Well Pump House

Highlight • Natural Monument

Crystal Well is the romantic name for the spring here, which was a good source of water for the Benrig House at the top of the hill. In the mid-1800s, …

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8.74 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.46 km

3.00 km

1.41 km

729 m

148 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

1.75 km

1.08 km

1.01 km

148 m

Elevation

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