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River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

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River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

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River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

03:45

43.6km

670m

Cycling

Embark on a challenging touring bicycle adventure through the Cairngorms National Park, starting from the historic Balmoral Castle. This difficult 27.1-mile (43.6 km) route, with its 2207 feet (673 metres) of elevation gain, typically takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes to complete. You will cycle alongside the picturesque River…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

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166 m

Balmoral Castle

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The Scottish residence of the Royal Family was built in the 13th century and purchased by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria more than 150 years ago.

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7.45 km

River Gairn Gravel Track

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One of the best gravel roads in the Cairngorms. In equally beautiful scenery, you climb smoothly along the road without ever feeling the strain. Continue south, and you'll have a …

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22.5 km

Culardoch Gravel Trail

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This section of trail climbs the edge of Culardoch hill to Bealach Dearg at about 650m. It's a long but not overly steep on reasonable gravel. Good descent as well …

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43.6 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

9.88 km

8.66 km

1.22 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.8 km

18.9 km

467 m

278 m

Elevation

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Highest point (730 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

10°C

2°C

47 %

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River Gairn gravel trails & Invercauld loop from Balmoral Castle — Cairngorms National Park

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