Les incontournables à Aviemore

Aviemore Unmissables

Aviemore serves as a central hub for exploring the Cairngorms National Park, featuring a blend of prehistoric sites and Victorian heritage. This selection includes the Strathspey Railway, a ten-mile heritage line, and the ancient Aviemore ring cairn. Visitors can explore the 18th-century ruins of the Old Parish Church and various memorial sites like the Waterloo Cairn. Natural landmarks such as Avie Lochan offer scenic views, while the Rothiemurchus Estate provides activities like the TreeZone aerial course and historical sites like The Doune mansion.

Aviemore Unmissables — Carte

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Strathspey Railway

The Strathspey Railway in Badenoch and Strathspey, Highland, Scotland, operates a ten-mile heritage railway from Aviemore to Broomhill,…

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The Old Manse

Historic former minister's residence associated with the local parish.

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The Doune Farm Cottages

Traditional stone cottages situated on the Rothiemurchus Estate.

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West Lodge

Historic gatehouse serving as an entrance to the Rothiemurchus Estate.

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Old Parish Church

18th-century ruins of the original Rothiemurchus parish church, set within an ancient graveyard.

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The Doune

18th-century mansion house serving as the historic seat of the Grants of Rothiemurchus.

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St. John The Baptist, Rothiemurchus

19th-century Anglican church featuring traditional stone construction and wood-panelled interiors.

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St Columba's Rescue Base

Historic structure formerly utilized as a mountain rescue operations base for the Cairngorms.

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Waterloo Cairn

Stone monument erected in 1815 to commemorate the Battle of Waterloo and local participants.

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James Martineau Memorial

Memorial dedicated to 19th-century philosopher James Martineau, located near his former summer residence.

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TreeZone

Aerial adventure course featuring zip wires and high ropes set within the Rothiemurchus pine forest.

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Aviemore ring cairn and stone circle

Bronze Age burial monument featuring a central ring cairn surrounded by a stone circle.

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Avie Lochan

Small freshwater loch north of the town, known for birdwatching and views of the Monadhliath Mountains.