Lumphanan – Tullochvenus circular
This walk is in two quite different parts - the first part through an avenue of mixed deciduous woodland, the second stage is over more open heather moorland with even more spectacular panoramic views.
| Distance | Approximate Time | Height Gain | OS Map |
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| 8.7 kms | 135 minutes | 180 metres | Explorer 405: Aboyne, Alford & Strathdon |
Description
After leaving the village of Lumphanan, this walk takes the route of an18th century military road. It is now a green lane which leads through an avenue of mixed deciduous trees before reaching more open agricultural scenery. After following a usually quiet main road for a short distance the walk enters a piece of heather moorland where it starts to rise gently. As it rises some wonderful panoramic views of a large part of Aberdeenshire can be enjoyed. The walk then gradually descends along a grassy path and some open woodland before completing the descent. A short stretch along an unclassified road leads to farm tracks and finally a short stretch along the side of a stream, before returning back to the village.
Access Info
By car or bus. Lumphanan is on bus route 210 from Aberdeen to Ballater. It is also served by the Deeside Village Hopper service as well as a post bus.