Queen'S Cross And Harlaw, located in the West End of Aberdeen, Scotland, offers a blend of urban character and access to diverse outdoor activities. The area is known for its distinctive Victorian granite architecture and local green spaces like Queen's Terrace Gardens, providing a base for city-based recreation. Its position also serves as a gateway to the broader natural landscapes of Aberdeenshire, including the North Sea coastline, river valleys, and the Cairngorms National Park, making it suitable for several sports…
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4.1
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Average rating
2793
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14
riders
68.8km
03:06
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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4
riders
111km
05:11
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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112km
05:06
820m
820m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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178
riders
46.6km
02:02
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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178
runners
10.3km
01:05
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68
runners
14.0km
01:30
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
4.98km
00:31
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
runners
4.94km
00:31
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
hikers
12.0km
03:05
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.98km
01:17
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
riders
18.2km
01:34
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
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20.5km
01:16
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
25.2km
01:33
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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26
riders
45.2km
03:12
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
74.8km
05:02
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
59.9km
04:13
820m
820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
51.1km
04:08
830m
830m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

7
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
20.3km
01:31
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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8
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Queen'S Cross And Harlaw offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 143 routes, with an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars from more than 33,000 visitors. Its urban setting provides access to wider natural landscapes in Aberdeenshire.
Yes, Queen'S Cross And Harlaw provides access to extensive road cycling routes, connecting to the broader Aberdeen City cycling network and Aberdeenshire. The area serves as a gateway to scenic rides, including parts of the Deeside Way. For detailed options, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw guide.
Hiking opportunities in Queen'S Cross And Harlaw range from urban walks within the city's green spaces to more challenging trails accessible in wider Aberdeenshire. Local parks like Queen's Terrace Gardens offer leisurely walks. For more options, komoot provides guides such as Hiking around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw and City hikes around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw.
Yes, Queen'S Cross And Harlaw offers family-friendly options, particularly for walking and cycling. Local green spaces and well-maintained urban paths are suitable for leisurely strolls. For hiking, a dedicated guide exists: Family-friendly hikes around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw.
The well-maintained streets and sidewalks of Queen'S Cross And Harlaw are suitable for jogging. Local green spaces like Queen's Terrace Gardens provide pleasant routes for shorter runs. More extensive jogging paths can be found in nearby larger parks such as Duthie Park and Hazlehead Park. A guide for local options is Running Trails around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw.
Queen'S Cross And Harlaw is a popular area for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 33,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 143 routes have received an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring the area.
While the immediate Queen'S Cross And Harlaw area is urban, mountain biking opportunities are accessible nearby. The wider Aberdeenshire region offers diverse terrain for mountain biking. Komoot provides a guide for these options: MTB Trails around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw.
Komoot offers several guides for Queen'S Cross And Harlaw, covering various sports and interests. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Running Trails, Cycling, and Hiking. There are also specialized guides for easy, city, and family-friendly hikes, as well as traffic-free bike rides.
Queen'S Cross And Harlaw is known for its distinctive Victorian granite architecture, particularly along Queen's Road and Albyn Place. The area features urban green spaces such as Queen's Terrace Gardens. Its character as a 'Silver City by the Golden Sands' is defined by these unique granite buildings.
Parking options in Queen'S Cross And Harlaw are primarily urban, with street parking and public car parks available within Aberdeen's West End. Specific parking details for trailheads may vary depending on the starting point of a chosen route. It is advisable to check local parking regulations.
Queen'S Cross And Harlaw is well-served by Aberdeen's public transport network, primarily buses. Various bus routes connect the West End to other parts of the city. For specific hiking routes accessible via public transport, refer to the Hikes from bus stations around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw guide.
While the immediate urban area may have traffic, Queen'S Cross And Harlaw provides access to traffic-free cycling routes within the wider Aberdeen area. The Deeside Way, a 41-mile (66 km) route, offers a significant traffic-free option. A komoot guide specifically for Traffic-free bike rides around Queen'S Cross And Harlaw is available.
The Queen's Cross & Harlaw Community Council serves the area. Its official website is qxhcc.org.uk. This website provides information relevant to the local community.

