Birnam and the falls of Braan walk

A walk starting from Birnam train station. The route initially climbs up to Birnam hill (kings seat) and then drops to and follows the river Tay (crossing the busy A9 road); returning to Birnam via the hermitage and the falls of Braan.
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Location

Country : Scotland
County/Region : Perth and Kinross
Postcode : PH8 0BN (approx. location)
GPS Position : -3.57906 Lon | 56.55730 Lat
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Grade

Demanding circular walk

Distance : 22.70km / 14.1 miles
Ascent : 740m / 2428ft
Descent : 737m / 2418ft

This walking route has been tracked using a GPS device.

King's seat
Path from Birnam hill
Dunkeld bridge
Track near Torchuaig Hill
The River Tay
Viewing platform at the Hermitage

Comments

Posted on .
The A9 was extremely busy and it could be difficult to get across at certain times of the day. Also the footbridge across the River Braan near the A9 had been washed away after recent storms; a short diversion is currently in place.

Written by Chris

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