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Ticks

Ticks can carry Lyme disease, which can lead to long-term illness. Check for ticks after your visit and remove them quickly.

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Bennachie Visitor Centre

The best place to start for Bennachie first-timers

Facilities and activities

  • Ancient monument
  • Mountain access
  • Trails
  • Accessible trails
  • Picnic area
  • Toilets
  • Charge parking
  • Visitor centre
  • Blue Badge parking
  • Accessible toilets

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Donview

The best views of Bennachie on a quieter walk to the summit

Facilities and activities

  • Mountain access
  • Trails
  • Picnic area
  • Charge parking
  • Stay the Night

Pitfichie

Walking and mountain biking across granite hilltop trails

Facilities and activities

  • Mountain biking
  • Ancient monument
  • Viewpoint
  • Trails
  • Parking

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