Footdee Beach – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Aberdeen

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Footdee Beach – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Aberdeen

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Footdee Beach – Mercat Cross Aberdeen loop from Aberdeen

00:41

11.2km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.20 km for 85 m

After 5.63 km for 135 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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40 m

Edinburgh Bicycle Co-operative Aberdeen

Highlight • Rest Area

Aberdeen’s lucky to have a branch of EBC, recently voted Britain’s Best Bike Shop. Its wide range of road bikes includes Specialized, Whyte and Cervélo.

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3.34 km

Footdee Beach

Highlight • Rest Area

This part of the beach seemed more shaded from the wind in the bay and people were swimming as there were less waves. There are lots of cool street vendors …

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7.18 km

There is a bike maintenance stand outside 'The Pier' on the beach front side of the road which can be handy. Pump, tools etc, all you need to running repairs. Plenty places for coffee on the beach front too.

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9.65 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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9.90 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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10.2 km

Marischal College

Highlight • Monument

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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