Gorges · Scottish Highlands
Glen Gairn
In or near Crathie.
Glen Gairn — a gorge in scotland highlands.
Andrew Wood — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.
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Place summary
Glen Gairn is a gorge located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its steep, rugged terrain and scenic views. The area is popular for walking and exploring the natural landscape, providing a glimpse into the dramatic geology of the region. Visitors can expect a remote and tranquil environment, typical of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0667, -3.1167
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB35 5UH
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Sources
- manual: geonames-2648938 (CC BY 4.0)
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Nearby
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Carn Dearg
Carn Dearg — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 594 m.
📷 5Mountain bike trails · Scottish Highlands
Ballater to Gairnshiel Circular
Ballater to Gairnshiel Circular — a mtb trail in scotland highlands.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Creag na Creiche
Creag na Creiche — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 673 m.
📷 5📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Drinking Well
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Drinking Well — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Geallaig Hill
Geallaig Hill — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 743 m.
Where to eat & stay near Glen Gairn
Places to stay
📷 7Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Gairnshiel Lodge
Gairnshiel Lodge — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Highlands
Ballater Hostel
Ballater Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Ballater Caravan Park
Ballater Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Cairgorns Camping
Cairgorns Camping — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Cairgorns Glamping Riverside
Cairgorns Glamping Riverside — a campsite in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club
Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glen Gairn?
- Glen Gairn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB35 5UH).
- What is Glen Gairn?
- Glen Gairn — a gorge in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Glen Gairn?
- Drivers can use postcode AB35 5UH.
- How do I get to Glen Gairn?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB35 5UH. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency.