Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Mote of Troqueer
In or near Cargenbridge.
Mote of Troqueer — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Chris Newman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Mote of Troqueer is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Mote of Troqueer is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This historical earthwork is believed to have served as a fortification or ceremonial site, reflecting the area's rich heritage. Its significance lies in its potential links to early medieval power structures in Scotland.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.0575, -3.6073
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG2 7HA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries — 1.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/13671305452 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Troqueer Parish Church, Troqueer Road, Dumfries
Historic churches · 0.2 km
Troqueer Cemetery
Cemeteries · 0.2 km
Kirkpatrick McMillan Bridge
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Drybridge Over Wallace's Loaning, Castledykes View, Glencaple Road, Dumfries
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Dumfries Castle
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Benches Plaque
Memorials & monuments · 0.5 km
British Merchant Navy Memorial
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St Michael's Bridge
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St Michael's Church, Dumfries
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Robert Burns Mausoleum
Follies · 0.9 km
Suspension Bridge
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Jean Armour Statue
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Nearby
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Troqueer Parish Church, Troqueer Road, Dumfries
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📷 5Cemeteries · Scottish Lowlands
Troqueer Cemetery
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📷 3Historic bridges · Scottish Lowlands
Kirkpatrick McMillan Bridge
Kirkpatrick McMillan Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Lowlands
Drybridge Over Wallace's Loaning, Castledykes View, Glencaple Road, Dumfries
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📷 3Castles · Scottish Lowlands
Dumfries Castle
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📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Benches Plaque
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Where to eat & stay near Mote of Troqueer
Places to stay
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Marthrown of Mabie
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Partridge Cottage CAMC CL
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries
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73-77 English Street, Dumfries
73-77 English Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Bruce Arms Public House, 3 Castle Street, Lochmaben
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mote of Troqueer?
- Mote of Troqueer is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG2 7HA).
- What is Mote of Troqueer?
- Mote of Troqueer — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Mote of Troqueer?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG2 7HA.
- Is Mote of Troqueer free to visit?
- Yes, Mote of Troqueer is free to enter.
- How do I get to Mote of Troqueer?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG2 7HA.