Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

02:03

34.4km

320m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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996 m

Aviemore

Highlight • Settlement

Lively little town, which is very much geared towards leisure tourists, skiers and hikers as well as party nights

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10.7 km

Friendly cafe and art gallery with outdoor seating and bike storage area. Coffees, teas and cakes from inside or the famous Inshriach potting shed. Freshly prepared daily specials, sourced locally, seasonally and responsibly.

The gallery showcases a variety of local artists and makers including a permanent display of Ann Vastano.

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10.9 km

Loch Insh Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Look out for Ospreys that nest on the island in summer.

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13.7 km

Feshiebridge Stone Arch Bridge

Highlight • River

I happily braked at this bridge during my bike ride. Deep below, the water lapped against the rocks. I was amazed to see the local kids swimming down it in inflatables. How cool!

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22.9 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Really nice bit of smooth flat asphalt. Zoom along - but watch out for the zooming vehicles as well.

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24.5 km

Bench With View of Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Viewpoint

24.9 km

Loch an Eilein Castle

Highlight • Castle

Loch An Eilein Castle stands on a natural island just off the north-west shore of Loch An Eilein, deep in the Rothiemurchus Forest. The castle was built in the 13th century by the Bishop of Moray. A tower was added by Alexander Stewart, Earl of Buchan, in the late 14th century.

In the late 18th century the water level of Loch An Eilein was raised during the course of estate works, shrinking the island and covering the causeway. Today the castle is an inaccessible ruin and is home to nesting ospreys.

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