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Old Spey Bridge – Bog Woodland Observation Point loop from Grantown-on-Spey

Old Spey Bridge – Bog Woodland Observation Point loop from Grantown-on-Spey

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4.5

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Old Spey Bridge – Bog Woodland Observation Point loop from Grantown-on-Spey

02:01

45.4km

410m

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: June 26, 2026

Tips

The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 2.90 km for 87 m

After 28.3 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.93 km

Old Spey Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

World class fishing here as well as riding.

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9.67 km

View of the Cairngorms from Nethy Bridge Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The road from the A939 mountain road down to Nethy Bridge is quieter and a great alternative to staying on the main road. The descent is fast and fun or …

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26.9 km

View of Loch Garten

Highlight • Lake

This is arguably the most scenic view you will get of the Loch Garten and the greenery around it.

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28.3 km

Bog Woodland Observation Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bog woodland is an important habitat for many animals, insects and birds. This area has been preserved to allow them to flourish here. You are asked to stay on the boardwalks.

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30.1 km

Directional Signs to Loch Garten and Boat of Garten

Highlight • Structure

If the traffic is too much don't go on to Coylumbridge or Aviemore. Divert to Boat of Garten or Carrbridge if returning to Grantown on Spey.

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37.1 km

Castle Roy Ruins

Highlight • Castle

A small but interesting castle on the trails around Nethybridge. Open all year, and the paths around it have been made easily accessible.

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43.2 km

New Spey Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

The new Spey Bridge was built in 1931. It's noted for the wide but shallow arch and was the second longest single span bridge in the UK when built. It …

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44.4 km

Highland Bakery Grantown-on-Spey

Highlight • Cafe

The flagship shop of the highland bakery chain has a cafe and shop. Perfect for a pre or post ride snack or picking up supplies on the way through Grantown on Spey. Famous for the highland shortbread biscuits.

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45.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.8 km

10.3 km

182 m

107 m

Surfaces

44.1 km

1.03 km

182 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

16°C

8°C

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Old Spey Bridge – Bog Woodland Observation Point loop from Grantown-on-Spey

Old Spey Bridge

View of the Cairngorms from Nethy Bridge Road

View of Loch Garten

Bog Woodland Observation Point

Directional Signs to Loch Garten and Boat of Garten

Castle Roy Ruins

New Spey Bridge

Highland Bakery Grantown-on-Spey

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