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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

Hiking trails & Routes

Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

01:08

4.42km

20m

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: February 27, 2026

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After 2.90 km for 121 m

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Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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539 m

Meiklemill Footbridge

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Tarmac bridge crosses the river Ythan next to the School. A useful shortcut to Gordon park, or useful to make a loop away from traffic using this bridge and the nearby railway viaduct.

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698 m

Gordon Park

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Local park with something for everyone. The Ellon riverside path runs through here, and there are several good paths which can be incorporated into a run.

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1.32 km

Ellon Old Bridge

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The old bridge in Ellon was built in 1793 and was the main crossing of the river Ythan up until 1944. It is now only in use for pedestrians. A …

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3.14 km

Coffee Lab Café by the River Ythan

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Café by the River Ythan. Indoor and outdoor seating. Lovely staff, great coffee, all day breakfast, sandwiches, toasties, soup, pancakes and cakes.

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4.42 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.44 km

979 m

887 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.14 km

939 m

929 m

887 m

250 m

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