A route that takes in the historical sites around Abernethy but with minimal stretches on road. It was suggested by walking group regular Aaron who comes from Abernethy. The first half is very easy and flat. The second half involves steep hill climbs.
OSM map layer · LineString
56.33, -3.32 · rel 19854096
56.33, -3.32 · rel 19854096
Aaron's Walk
A 9,8 km loop walk through urban area in Perthshire and Kinross.
Loop walk
start = finish · Perthshire and Kinross
9,8km
Distance
+250m
Ascent
hiking
SAC
loop
Shape
24
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Urban Area
Cave
Castle or ruins
Quiet area
Uncrowded
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 5 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× monument
2× ruins
1× cave
Abernethy Mercat Cross and War Memorial
monument ·
on the route
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To the three local women accused of witchcraft in 1662
monument ·
on the route
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Site of Ballomill
ruins ·
28 m off route
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Castle Law Hill-fort
ruins ·
on the route
9,8 km
100%
The WItches' Hole
cave ·
on the route
9,8 km
100%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Aaron's Walk is 9.8 km long.
At an average walking pace, Aaron's Walk takes approximately 2h 27min to complete.
Yes, Aaron's Walk is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Aaron's Walk starts near coordinates 56.3326, -3.3159.
Aaron's Walk is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.