Alyth Packhorse Bridge – Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth loop from Alyth

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Alyth Packhorse Bridge – Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth loop from Alyth

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Alyth Packhorse Bridge – Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth loop from Alyth

03:44

13.0km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.16 km

Alyth Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

First mentioned by name in the 12th century Alyth is a well-established and once important market town. There is a 17th century packhorse bridge and the remains of the old …

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1.35 km

Alyth Packhorse Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Alyth is a pretty town on the southern slopes of the Forest of Alyth. With a history stretching back to the 11th century, there is lots to see, including quaint …

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2.69 km

Blueberries and Raspberries

Highlight • Natural

3.47 km

Alyth Hill Summit and Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

Rising steeply from Alyth to 300 meters, the Hill of Alyth offers stunning views of Strathmore, the Sidlaw Hills, and the Cairngorm Mountains. At the summit, a Triangulation Point and …

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4.91 km

View From the Hill Near Alyth

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's a bit of a climb from Alyth to this summit, but well worth it!

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8.47 km

View of Alyth Community Orchard

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Lot's of interesting paths to explore around here coupled to some good views. There's a good path - well several - from here to the Hill of Alyth summit. Watch out for mountain bikers.

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10.4 km

Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth

Highlight • River

The Den of Alyth is a wooded glen on the outskirts of Alyth. The majestic woodland – composed of oak, ash and birch – is a direct-descendant of the deciduous …

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11.1 km

Alyth Den River Valley

Highlight • River

In summer when the sun is pouring through the trees this is a beautiful scenic place and a route to take. It's a bit gloomy and dark when the sun isn't shining.

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13.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.65 km

2.42 km

1.19 km

792 m

Surfaces

8.76 km

2.21 km

1.02 km

783 m

124 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Tuesday 20 October

11°C

6°C

76 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

April 13, 2024,Alyth Hill & Den, Alyth / Perthshire

Nice little stroll through Alyth and surrounds. The den is memorable and probably even more so when the trees are green and with the spring flowers in full bloom.