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The Den & The Hill of Alyth loop

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The Den & The Hill of Alyth loop

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The Den & The Hill of Alyth loop

02:30

8.77km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Start point

Parking

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1.78 km

Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth

Highlight • River

The Den of Alyth is a wooded glen on the outskirts of Alyth. The majestic woodland – composed of oak, ash and birch – is a direct-descendant of the deciduous forest that once covered great swathes of Scotland. Alyth Burn flows through the heart of the glen, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

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6.13 km

Alyth Hill Summit and Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

Rising steeply from Alyth to 300 meters, the Hill of Alyth offers stunning views of Strathmore, the Sidlaw Hills, and the Cairngorm Mountains. At the summit, a Triangulation Point and commemorative pillar highlight the hill's connection to Alyth's commonty, a shared land used by parish inhabitants. Geologically, the hill is significant, formed from sedimentary and volcanic rocks shaped by glacial activity. The area also features healing wells, believed to have curative powers since pre-Christian times, and remains a symbol of community land rights, with a notable history of local disputes, including the 1948 reclamation of the hill by residents.

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8.41 km

Alyth Packhorse Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Alyth is a pretty town on the southern slopes of the Forest of Alyth. With a history stretching back to the 11th century, there is lots to see, including quaint packhorse bridges and the crumbling remains of the first church, which now stand as a series of arches within the town. You will also find a good choice of accommodation and places to eat and drink.

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8.77 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.21 km

2.16 km

1.18 km

1.07 km

102 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

3.35 km

927 m

179 m

102 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Wednesday 27 May

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The Den & The Hill of Alyth loop

Alyth Burn in Den of Alyth

Alyth Hill Summit and Viewpoint

Alyth Packhorse Bridge

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