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

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Seaton And Linksfield

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

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

01:57

7.29km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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159 m

Seals Viewpoint

Highlight • Other

1.86 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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4.02 km

Grandholm Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Built in1922, this structure has been superseded by a new bridge, but remains open for local residents.

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4.21 km

Mother Earth Sculpture, Grandholm

Highlight • Monument

The Mother Earth sculpture was built in Grandholm by Andy Scott, the artist behind the Kelpies. The two leopards represent the two leopards gifted to the city and incorporated in the city seal.

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6.44 km

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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7.29 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.62 km

1.07 km

972 m

346 m

278 m

Surfaces

3.17 km

2.87 km

619 m

337 m

252 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 23 May

20°C

12°C

4 %

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

Seals Viewpoint

Seaton Park and the River Don

Grandholm Bridge

Mother Earth Sculpture, Grandholm

Bridge of Balgownie

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