Ruthven and Tromie Bridge loop — Cairngorms National Park

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Ruthven and Tromie Bridge loop — Cairngorms National Park

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Ruthven and Tromie Bridge loop — Cairngorms National Park

02:58

10.6km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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64 m

Ruthven Barracks

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Occupying a prominent position above the town of Kingussie, Ruthven Barracks is a spectacular sight. The ruins are wonderfully well preserved and entrance is free. On a good day, a …

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1.56 km

Insh Marshes Nature Reserve

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One of Europe's most important wetlands, Insh Marshes cover over 6 square miles (10 km) between Kingussie and Kincraig in the Cairngorms National Park. The site supports various breeding waders, …

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2.44 km

View of Cairngorms National Park

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Beautiful view with a bench to rest or eat your lunch and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

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3.50 km

Tromie Bridge

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Tromie Bridge is an excellent example of an early 19th-century, single span rubble crossing. The original crossing here was built in 1728, but was reconstructed to its current form in …

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10.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.64 km

3.36 km

438 m

188 m

Surfaces

5.86 km