Aberdeen Heritage Trails

 

 

 

 

Introduction

A series of walking trails around the City of Aberdeen

These will explore Aberdeen's cultural and natural heritage, improve access to and from the countryside and around the urban area and promote walking for health. Work includes the production of guide booklets, path repairs, information panels and promotional events. A key aspect is working with Aberdeen and Grampian Tourist Board to promote the City's Heritage Trails as an attraction in itself and to complement the existing Grampian driving trails.

The landscape, natural and cultural heritage of Scotland attracts visitors from all over the world. More people come to Scotland to walk, ride and cycle than to play golf or ski, with outdoor activities accounting for almost a fifth of Scotland's tourist expenditure. Aberdeen has a high concentration of heritage features, providing an opportunity to develop walking trails and associated businesses.

The City's Heritage Trails project will deliver a range of social and environmental benefits. Local interest groups will be involved in developing and publicising the trails, which will encourage greater use of existing leisure and recreational facilities. This project will also improve the City's image, helping to build a sense of place through strategic cultural investment in the City.

Contacts

• Outdoor Access
  Enterprise, Planning and Infrastructure
  Aberdeen City Council
  Business Hub 4
  Marischal College
  Broad Street
  Aberdeen
  AB10 1AB
  Phone: 01224 522014
  Fax: 01224 523180
  Email: paths@aberdeencity.gov.uk