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Dunkeld & Birnam Riverside Path loop

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Dunkeld & Birnam Riverside Path loop

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Dunkeld & Birnam Riverside Path loop

01:31

5.81km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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67 m

Aran Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Aran Bakery, founded by Flora Shedden, is a celebrated Dunkeld institution and must visit when in the area. Flora, a former Great British Bake Off contestant, infuses her creations with …

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155 m

A lovely town along the River Tay, Dunkeld is a wonderfully picturesque town in Perthshire.

The town centre feels like a step into history, albeit with delicious modern bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and independent shops.

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1.29 km

The Birnam Oak

Highlight • Natural Monument

Thought to be about 600 years old the Birnam Oak stands on the edge of the River Tay. It's also known as Macbeth's oak, as it is a relic of Birnam Wood, mentioned in William Shakespeare's play.

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1.89 km

Birnam Riverside Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A path frequent with visitors and locals, the Birnam Riverside Path offers an enjoyable woodside walk along the River Tay.

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4.69 km

Beatrix Potter Garden

Highlight • Structure

The Beatrix Potter Garden and Exhibition Centre, nestled in the heart of nature, celebrates the life and work of the beloved author and illustrator. Visitors explore enchanting exhibits and lush gardens, immersing in Potter's timeless charm and creativity.

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5.59 km

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dunkeld Bridge was built by Thomas Telford in 1809 and was the main road north to Inverness until the A9 was built in 1977. Today, it provides excellent views up and down the River Tay.

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5.81 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.44 km

1.44 km

1.18 km

392 m

211 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.98 km

1.53 km

961 m

655 m

555 m

< 100 m

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Trail Reviews

David H 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

September 23, 2021, Dunkeld Bridge – Birnam Oak Loop from Dunkeld

Stopped off in Dunkeld on the road up to Inverness. Quick tour around town and along the banks of the Tay.

Lepi68

May 18, 2023, The Birnam Oak – Dunkeld Bridge loop from Dunkeld

Short and easy walk but spectacularly dull until the path runs adjacent to the River Tay. Would recommend walking up and back down the river side rather than take the circular route.

Dunkeld & Birnam Riverside Path loop

Aran Bakery

Dunkeld Town Centre

The Birnam Oak

Birnam Riverside Path

Beatrix Potter Garden

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

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