Coastal paths for walkers, cycle routes on former railway lines, lots of angling, sailing and wind-surfing, plenty of riding and trekking options – a great activities choice here.
Top Golf One of the finest areas in Scotland for golf, Aberdeenshire has many superb links and parkland courses. More...
Fishing Host to three important salmon and sea trout rivers, the Dee, Don and Deveron, Aberdeenshire offers some classic game fishing opportunities. Sea angling is also good along its rich and varied coastline. More...
Horse Riding Great opportunities - trek through the grounds of Balmoral Castle, hack on trails through ancient pinewoods, gallop along wide open beaches or trail ride 200 miles across Scotland.
Cycling A network of rural roads with light traffic plus converted old railway trackbeds make cycle route planning easy here, while the signposted National Cycle Route 1 links Aberdeen to the Moray Firth.
Adventure Not just walking and climbing but a whole range of fun activities from river canyoning to digger-driving is on offer from Grampian’s activity providers.
Walking & Climbing From Lochnagar and the old paths across the Mounth, to the gentler slopes of Bennachie, upland Grampian has excellent walking. Don’t overlook the coastal options, with some rugged walks, notably on the shores of the Moray Firth.