Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from University of Aberdeen

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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from University of Aberdeen

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Bridge of Balgownie – Seaton Park and the River Don loop from University of Aberdeen

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3.87km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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755 m

Bridge of Balgownie

Highlight • Historical Site

The wonderful Brig o Balgownie is a beautiful 13th-century stone bridge spanning over the River Don in Old Aberdeen. Whilst it's not been officially proven, historians believe this bridge could …

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1.64 km

Riverside Path Along the River Don

Highlight • Cycleway

lovely ride right next to the Don

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1.81 km

Seaton Park and the River Don

Highlight • Viewpoint

Seaton Park is a beautiful public space located in the Old Aberdeen sector of Aberdeen. It is nestled alongside the winding River Don and features several landmarks including Wallace Tower, …

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2.23 km

St Machar's Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

A prominent position over the park, and easy to walk to. There are also the cities e-bikes available to ride from here.

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2.29 km

Flower Beds in Seaton Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

steep hill from the cathedral but beautiful flower beds.

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3.48 km

Seals Viewpoint

Highlight • Other

3.75 km

River Don Estuary

Highlight • River

The Don rises in the peat flat beneath Druim na Feithe, and in the shadow of Glen Avon, before flowing quietly past the ice-age moraine and down to Cock Bridge, …

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