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River Don Estuary – Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

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River Don Estuary – Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

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5.0

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River Don Estuary – Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

03:03

28.6km

150m

Running

Hard run. Very 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 26, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.89 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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13.9 km

Flagpole Mound, Duthie Park

Highlight • Monument

Duthie Park is a fabulous park located close to the city centre, which is popular with locals and visitors alike. The 44 acre site was donated to the city by …

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13.9 km

Duthie Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The park is a great place for a run, both as a destination or as a training ground. There are several paths here and you can spend your entire run …

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14.3 km

Duthie Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely city park with plenty parking off Riverside drive. The winter gardens can also be found here.

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15.7 km

Wellington Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The old bridge was once used for traffic but is now pedestrians only. It's an interesting way to cross the Dee. There is a route that can be taken south …

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17.5 km

Aberdeen's Maritime Museum is a fantastic place to learn about the rich history of Aberdeen's relationship with the sea. There are terrific exhibitions in place to be enjoyed by people of all ages and a café on site too.

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21.0 km

Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade

Highlight • Viewpoint

The esplanade runs along the length of Aberdeen beach, and when the tide is in, the beach path can be used for running, away from the road and traffic. Running from Fittie to the end and back is about 4k.

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28.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

9.62 km

1.74 km

1.57 km

754 m

712 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

4.90 km

2.60 km

1.75 km

1.37 km

446 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 2 September

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River Don Estuary – Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Scotstown Moor Local Nature Reserve

River Don Estuary

Flagpole Mound, Duthie Park

Duthie Park

Duthie Park

Wellington Suspension Bridge

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade

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