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Marischal College – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Footdee

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Marischal College – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Footdee

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Marischal College – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Footdee

01:58

7.42km

70m

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 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.14 km

Victoria Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Shortly before it flows into the ocean ...

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Just before the mouth, Flair has ...

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3.38 km

Statue of Edward VII, Aberdeen

Highlight • Historical Site

Statue of Edward VII
"Edward VII. (English Edward VII, born Crown Prince Albert Edward; born November 9, 1841 in Buckingham Palace, London; † May 6, 1910 ibid.) was King of …

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3.76 km

Aberdeen Street Art Murals

Highlight • Historical Site

There's so much amazing street art work to marvel at in Aberdeen! Around this highlight, you'll be able to see many artworks, be it small or big murals, mosaics, or …

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3.96 km

The second largest granite fronted building in Europe, and currently home to the City Council. The college was once one of two colleges in Aberdeen, the other being Kings College at Aberdeen University.

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4.21 km

Mercat Cross Aberdeen

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mercat Cross, or 'Market Cross' to the non-Scots, can often be found in Scottish towns, villages, and cities. Historically, the cross was erected in squares or other open areas …

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4.45 km

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

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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7.42 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.80 km

1.17 km

1.06 km

188 m

184 m

Surfaces

5.58 km

1.76 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 2 July

23°C

9°C

2 %

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Marischal College – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Footdee

Victoria Bridge

Statue of Edward VII, Aberdeen

Aberdeen Street Art Murals