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Dunnottar Castle – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

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United Kingdom

Scotland

Aberdeenshire

Stonehaven And District

Dunnottar Castle – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

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runners

Dunnottar Castle – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

02:07

19.6km

210m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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599 m

View of Stonehaven Bay and Harbor

Highlight • Settlement

This is a really neat spot to relax with a stunning view over the bay and harbor of Stonehaven. There are two benches, so just take your time to enjoy this picture postcard scene.

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2.26 km

Viewpoint

2.67 km

Dunnottar Castle

Highlight • Natural Monument

A truly impressive castle complex south of Aberdeen.

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4.42 km

View of Stonehaven

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.65 km

Stonehaven Old Pier and Shorehead

Highlight • Beach

The development of the natural harbour dates back to the 17th century when it was used by fishermen and traders. Later on, during the 18th century, Stonehaven was an important …

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5.70 km

Stonehaven Harbour

Highlight • Structure

Lovely historic harbour with some nice pubs and restaurants.

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6.30 km

The Carron Fish Bar

Highlight • Restaurant

The fish bar has very generous serving sizes, so come hungry. The fish suppers are reasonably priced, but ketchup or tartar sauces cost extra.

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6.45 km

Stonehaven Bay Walk – TGO Challenge Finish Point

Highlight • Settlement

Large, busy town with full facilities and a fine and very photogenic harbour where there is a good museum and two pubs. Hourly bus or train to Montrose.

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15.4 km

Dunnottar Woods

Highlight • Trail

A lovely peaceful area of woodland accessed from the centre of Stonehaven. There is a great network of trails through the woods allowing some nice running loops from the city. …

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19.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

4.79 km

2.33 km

932 m

840 m

311 m

Surfaces

7.73 km

7.31 km

1.47 km

1.28 km

962 m

817 m

Elevation

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Highest point (90 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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Dunnottar Castle – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

View of Stonehaven Bay and Harbor

Dunnottar Castle

View of Stonehaven

Stonehaven Old Pier and Shorehead

Stonehaven Harbour

The Carron Fish Bar

Stonehaven Bay Walk – TGO Challenge Finish Point

Dunnottar Woods

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