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Pitfichie

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Walking and mountain biking across granite hilltop trails

Pitfichie’s trails cover forest and hill top, with wide views of the Vale of Alford and Bennachie. Mountain bikers can find exciting rides through the countryside on a red-grade trail. There's also a challenging downhill route to discover.

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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

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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

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