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Merrytown Bridge – Brodie Castle loop from Nairn

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Merrytown Bridge – Brodie Castle loop from Nairn

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Merrytown Bridge – Brodie Castle loop from Nairn

01:39

27.9km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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683 m

Merrytown Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

A small and narrow bridge over the Nairn, which is a wonderful car-free alternative to the A96 bridge. Warning, not for extremely wide drivers and you have to contend with oncoming traffic 😜.

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10.7 km

Set within the extensive grounds of Brodie Castle, Brodie Pond is a peaceful place to visit and a wildlife haven. A multi-user trail runs around its edge, passing two bird hides and a series of tree sculptures. A floating bioscultpure on the pond is part of a series to create unique artworks that also provide habitat for wildlife.

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11.2 km

Brodie Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The castle was first mentioned in documents in 1160, the current building dates from 1567. The small, pretty castle is worth a visit, as are the parks. There is a café right next to the castle. There is a rather elegant and large shop, Brodie Countryfair, with a large restaurant on the street by the car park. The restaurant also offers smaller meals and we can highly recommend it.

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11.4 km

Brodie Castle

Highlight • Castle

Brodie Castle, ancestral home of the Brodie clan for over 400 years, although their family seat has been here since the 12th century
The castle is open to the public and has magnificent collection of furniture, ceramics and artwork, including works by 17th-century Dutch masters and 20th-century Scottish Colourists. It also boasts an impressive library containing over 6,000 volumes.

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11.9 km

Brodie Castle Bluebell Singletrack

Highlight • Trail

27.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.0 km

1.30 km

1.26 km

680 m

596 m

Surfaces

24.2 km

2.03 km

1.32 km

368 m

Elevation

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Sunday 30 August

17°C

12°C

13 %

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Merrytown Bridge – Brodie Castle loop from Nairn

Merrytown Bridge

Brodie Pond

Brodie Castle

Brodie Castle

Brodie Castle Bluebell Singletrack

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