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

If you want to really get to know Bennachie, this is the place. The trails here are quieter than those from Bennachie Centre. There are stunning views and plenty of choices for long treks in the hills.

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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

Back o’ Bennachie

A favourite start point for those climbing Oxen Craig

Facilities and activities

  • Ancient monument
  • Mountain access
  • Charge parking
  • Picnic area
  • Toilets
  • Trails
  • 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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