Balmoral Bridge – Princess Beatrice's Cairn loop from Crathie
Balmoral Bridge – Princess Beatrice's Cairn loop from Crathie
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Balmoral Bridge – Princess Beatrice's Cairn loop from Crathie
01:52
6.35km
170m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 10, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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64 m
Balmoral Kitchen Garden and Greenhouses
Highlight • Structure
Last admission generally 5:00 p.m., but entry until 4:00 p.m. per adult £17.50 GBP after 4:00 p.m. only £12 GBP per person
Once you are on the grounds, you can stay there for an unlimited amount of time - the garden and park do not close! When you leave, the gate to the castle is locked, but opens at the push of a button (green button on the right column)
It is definitely worth coming later, though, because then it is no longer crowded! The ballroom can be visited in a relaxed manner until 5:00 p.m., the café only serves food until 5:00 p.m. (last order 4:00 p.m.), but is open until 6:00 p.m., as is the beautiful gift shop. We were able to sit outside in the sun in front of the castle café (reopened in July 2024) for a long time, with a direct view of the castle.
So we, along with a few others, had the café, the shop, the stables, the wonderful park and the fantastic garden (kitchen garden) including greenhouses almost to ourselves. Really worth it!
Parking is subject to a fee until 6 p.m., is in front of the bridge over the River Dee, which you cross on foot.
The entire area is barrier-free, electric wheelchairs can be rented as it is very spacious. To protect against vandalism and crime, the entire area is monitored by cameras and sound. Anyone who does not agree with this should think again.
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1.13 km
River Dee
Highlight • Viewpoint
1.15 km
Crathie War Memorial
Highlight • Monument
It was designed by Dr William Kelly and sculptured by Sir James Taggart.
A small plaque beside the memorial informs the public that the memorial was unveiled by King George V on 3 September 1922.
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1.21 km
Balmoral Bridge
Highlight • Historical Site
Erected 1856 - 1857
Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel
Commissioned by HRH Prince Albert
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1.27 km
Balmoral Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
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2.24 km
J. Justice Suspension Bridge, Balmoral
Highlight • Historical Site
3.82 km
Prince Albert's Cairn (Balmoral Pyramid)
Highlight • Viewpoint
is impressive enough by itself, but the wooded
hills around it are dotted with spectacular cairns.
Most were established by Queen Victoria and
are dedicated to her loved ones, including her
beloved husband Prince Albert and most of her
grandchildren. They are linked by walking trails and
each one offers a commanding view over the estate and Royal Deeside.
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4.55 km
Princess Beatrice's Cairn
Highlight • Viewpoint
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6.35 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.56 km
2.18 km
810 m
791 m
Surfaces
2.49 km
2.18 km
779 m
624 m
224 m
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Elevation
Highest point (420 m)
Lowest point (280 m)
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