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Rothiemurchus

Aviemore PH22 1QH, Scotland
44 (0)1479 812 345
Ranked #6 of 16 attractions in Aviemore
4.5 of 5 stars 62 Reviews
Type: Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Owner description: Rothiemurchus welcomes you every day of the year. Be inspired by the scenery, enjoy relaxing or adventurous outdoor activities, share our passion for...... more » Owner description: Rothiemurchus welcomes you every day of the year. Be inspired by the scenery, enjoy relaxing or adventurous outdoor activities, share our passion for delicious estate produce and caravan or camp on the edge of the ancient forest. At the forefront of nature conservation and one of Scotland’s leading tourist attractions Rothiemurchus Estate is a much loved community asset. We are at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, just outside Aviemore, somewhere quite different and special – a jewel of the Highlands of Scotland. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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Hired great bikes from Mikes Bikes and did a wonderful circular ride- easy with some slight hills... http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=1563441 More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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The coffee shop here has amazing home baking and the staff are very friendly. The lunch options are really nicely done and there is a shop next door with local produce too. Well worth a visit for a scone or a cake and you can sit outside if you are muddy from biking etc. In terms of activities there are... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012
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Walked around Loch an Eilleen (spelling). Was a four seasons in one day typical Scottish spring, but really nice walk. Great to be out of the city and in the country, very romantic. More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Just a great part of the country and they try to cater for all. More

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Scotland
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

Great shop which sells lovely chutneys,cheeses and special little bits and bobs that you never see anywhere else. Also a lovely tea room with beautiful home baking More

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London England
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

We stayed at the Rothiemurchus campsite and thought that it was a lovely place,we had great long walks in the Rothiemurchus woods,a lovely lunch of Cullen Skink in the village itself and enjoyed looking in the gallery and the little shops also. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

Parking costs were per person rather than per car - a bit steep. More

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Perth Scotland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012

Excellent walking opportunities for all abilitie and staminas More

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

The area has many things to do such as fishing ,pony trecking ,quad bikes etc etc or if you just like to cycle or walk there are lots of trails and tracks covering a large area of Rothiemurcus.With an excellent cafe at the visitor centre and so close to Aviemore it makes a great starting point for all ages and... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Gorgeous countryside and views, we hired mountain bikes one day and had a fabulous ride and also really enjoyed a walk out to Loch an Eilein. More

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