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Mains Castle loop from Dundee

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Mains Castle loop from Dundee

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Mains Castle loop from Dundee

01:03

3.91km

40m

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: May 15, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.45 km

Mains Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The castle is believed to have been built in 1562 by Sir David Graham, nephew of Cardinal Beaton as a keystone in the western gateway bears this date as well as the initials DG and DMO for David Graham and Dame Margaret Ogilvy. This typically Scottish castle was the seat of the Grahams of Fintry, a family that included the famous John Graham of Claverhouse, 1st Viscount Dundee, who led the Jacobite army at the battle of Killiecrankie.

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3.91 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.41 km

1.49 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.03 km

1.14 km

675 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 8 July

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