Things to Do in Angus

Angus offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, gravel biking, and mountaineering. The region features varied terrain from glens to coastlines. More than 1,600 routes are available across these sports.

Angus routes have been explored by more than 82,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars from over 6,300 ratings.

The Angus Glens, such as Glen Isla, Glen Clova, and Glen Esk, are popular for hiking, offering routes like the Blue Door Walk at Edzell. Coastal paths, including the one from Arbroath to Auchmithie, also provide scenic walking opportunities. For more information, refer to the Hiking in Angus guide.

Yes, Angus offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. The region's diverse terrain includes gentle country trails and coastal paths. Specific routes can be found in the Easy hikes in Angus guide.

Angus provides numerous road cycling routes, including the Circuit of Montrose Basin and the Glen Esk and Loch Lee Loop. The region features miles of narrow, twisting roads and dedicated cycling trails. Further details are available in the Road Cycling Routes in Angus guide.

Angus offers family-friendly options, particularly with its diverse terrain that includes gentle paths and country parks. Specific family-friendly hiking routes are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes in Angus guide.

Angus is known for its five glens: Glen Isla, Glen Prosen, Glen Clova, Glen Lethnot, and Glen Esk, which feature waterfalls and moorland. The coastline includes dramatic cliffs and beaches like Lunan Bay. Mount Keen, Scotland's most easterly Munro, is also a notable feature.

Angus offers various mountain biking trails across its diverse terrain. These routes can range from challenging glens to other varied landscapes. Information on specific trails is available in the MTB Trails in Angus guide.

Yes, Angus provides numerous jogging and running routes. Options include tranquil glens, expansive coastlines, and sandy beaches. Popular choices include the Montrose Parkrun loop and the Broughty Ferry Beach loop. More routes can be found in the Running Trails in Angus guide.

Komoot offers several guides for Angus, including those for Hiking in Angus, Road Cycling Routes in Angus, and Running Trails in Angus. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and MTB trails.

The official tourism website for the region is Visit Angus. It provides comprehensive information for visitors planning outdoor activities and exploring the area. The website address is https://www.visitangus.com/.

For general inquiries regarding Angus, the Angus Council contact number is 03452 777 778. This number can be used for various local services and information.