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Ellon Old Bridge – Bridge of Balgownie loop from University of Aberdeen

Ellon Old Bridge – Bridge of Balgownie loop from University of Aberdeen

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Ellon Old Bridge – Bridge of Balgownie loop from University of Aberdeen

02:15

50.6km

370m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.3 km for 76 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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22.3 km

Ellon Old Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The old bridge in Ellon was built in 1793 and was the main crossing of the river Ythan up until 1944. It is now only in use for pedestrians. A …

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22.4 km

Coffee Lab Café by the River Ythan

Highlight • Cafe

Café by the River Ythan. Indoor and outdoor seating. Lovely staff, great coffee, all day breakfast, sandwiches, toasties, soup, pancakes and cakes.

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25.5 km

Ellon Riverside Path Along the River Ythan

Highlight (Segment) • River

The path along the river Ythan here disappears from the roads and the noise of the town and takes you along the peaceful river. Now fully tarmac, this section is …

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49.7 km

Bridge of Balgownie

Highlight • Historical Site

The wonderful Brig o Balgownie is a beautiful 13th-century stone bridge spanning over the River Don in Old Aberdeen. Whilst it's not been officially proven, historians believe this bridge could …

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50.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.0 km

2.72 km

2.16 km

950 m

749 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

49.1 km

1.10 km

413 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 9 July

21°C

14°C

18 %

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Ellon Old Bridge – Bridge of Balgownie loop from University of Aberdeen

Ellon Old Bridge

Coffee Lab Café by the River Ythan

Ellon Riverside Path Along the River Ythan

Bridge of Balgownie

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