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Viewpoint Over the River Dee

Viewpoint Over the River Dee

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Viewpoint Over the River Dee

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Cairngorms National Park

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Location: Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Scotty Laughland

November 13, 2020

Mountain biking

Enjoy the views over the winding River Dee in the valley from here.

erwinsikkens_com

August 4, 2025

Mountain biking

The Cairngorms have a lot to offer, but I was also impressed by this easily accessible view and had to stop for a look. The valley and the River Dee stretch out before me, with stunning views of the mountains, Mar Lodge Estate house, and, with a bit of luck, wildlife.

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Karl 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

May 17, 2024

Mountain biking

Nice asphalt road between Braemar and Linn of Dee.

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Embark on the Braemar, River Dee and Invercauld Bridge loop for a mountain biking adventure through the heart of Cairngorms National Park. This route takes you along the picturesque River Dee valley, offering views of majestic Grampian Mountains, extensive heather moorland, and lush Caledonian Pine forests. You'll pass by the scenic Invercauld Bridge, known for its gorgeous surroundings and easy double tracks leading towards Balmoral Estate. The trail covers 14.6 miles (23.5 km) with an elevation gain of 706 feet (215 metres), and you can expect to complete it in about 1 hour and 34 minutes.

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