Cullen is a village and former royal burgh on Scotland's North Sea coast in Moray. Its landscape features a dramatic coastline with sandy beaches and distinctive sea stacks, alongside inland areas with woods and hills. This varied terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
For those seeking things to do in Cullen, the region offers numerous routes across several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain…
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6.08km
01:45
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.28km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:59
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.01km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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66.4km
05:16
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

27.0km
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.7km
01:21
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.0km
02:13
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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52.6km
02:22
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.2km
01:53
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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30.6km
01:33
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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16.1km
01:44
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.93km
00:46
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:46
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.3km
01:35
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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82.0km
04:51
480m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.1km
03:08
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.2km
01:09
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.3km
02:30
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cullen offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Touring cycling. More than 1,000 visitors have shared experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars for routes in the area.
Hiking routes in Cullen include coastal paths along the sandy beach, clifftop trails, and forest paths in Crannoch Woods. The historic railway viaducts have been converted into walking trails, and the Bin of Cullen offers views from its summit. Cullen is also the endpoint of the Moray Coast Trail. For more information, see Hiking around Cullen.
Cullen provides various walking routes suitable for different abilities, including beach and shoreline strolls. Crannoch Woods offers paths for walking. Specific easy routes can be found in the guide Easy hikes around Cullen.
The Moray Coast Cycle Route passes through Cullen, utilizing converted railway viaducts that offer elevated views of Cullen Bay. A notable route is the approximately 4-mile (6.4 km) ride from Cullen to Findochty, featuring beaches and rock formations. Further details are available in Road Cycling Routes around Cullen.
While Cullen itself features coastal and woodland trails, the broader Moray Speyside region offers mountain biking experiences. Purpose-built trails exist at Glenlivet Estate within Cairngorms National Park, and the Forestry Commission's Moray Monster Trails provide additional options. For local trails, refer to MTB Trails around Cullen.
Cullen's landscape includes Cullen Bay and its sandy beach, the historic Cullen Viaducts, and distinctive sea stacks. The iconic Bow Fiddle Rock, a sea arch, is located near Portknockie. Other features include Crannoch Woods, the Bin of Cullen, and the ruins of Findlater Castle.
Cullen offers various routes suitable for jogging and running, including beach and shoreline paths, clifftop trails, and forest paths. The converted railway viaducts also provide elevated routes. Information on specific routes can be found in Running Trails around Cullen.
Komoot offers several guides for Cullen, including Hiking around Cullen, Easy hikes around Cullen, Road Cycling Routes around Cullen, Running Trails around Cullen, MTB Trails around Cullen, and Cycling around Cullen.
Cullen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
The official tourism website for Cullen is Discover Cullen, which can be found at https://discovercullen.com/. For tourist information or assistance, inquiries can be sent via email to visit@discovercullen.com.
Cullen offers options for touring cycling, often utilizing the scenic Moray Coast Cycle Route. This route connects main towns along the Moray Coast and provides views across the Moray Firth. Further information is available in Cycling around Cullen.

