Gorges · Scottish Highlands
Glen Tanar
In or near Aboyne.
Glen Tanar — a gorge in scotland highlands.
Bob Peace — 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 Tanar is a gorge located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its dramatic landscapes and natural beauty. The area is known for its rich biodiversity and offers a variety of outdoor activities. Visitors can explore the scenic trails and take in the surrounding views of the rugged terrain.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0167, -2.9000
Sources
- manual: geonames-2636274 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Forests & woodlands · Scottish Highlands
Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve
Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Clachan Yell
Clachan Yell — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Tom Giubhais
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📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Highlands
Porphary Bridge
Porphary Bridge — category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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The Strone
The Strone — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
The Strone
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Where to eat & stay near Glen Tanar
Places to stay
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Ballater Caravan Park
Ballater Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Highlands
Ballater Hostel
Ballater Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Aboyne Loch Caravan Park
Aboyne Loch Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
House of Mark
House of Mark — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands
Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club
Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Gairnshiel Lodge
Gairnshiel Lodge — a hotel in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Learney Arms Hotel, The Square, Torphins
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📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Burnett Arms Hotel, High Street, Banchory
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glen Tanar?
- Glen Tanar is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Glen Tanar?
- Glen Tanar — a gorge in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Glen Tanar?
- Its coordinates are 57.0167°, -2.9000°.