walking & cycling

Walking

Perthshire is a walker's paradise amidst scenery to die for, with some of the finest mountains, lowland trails, unspoilt roads and paths, mixed walking and designated routes in the British Isles. A wealth of walks for walkers of all abilities, from easy low-level walks and strolls to more difficult mountain scrambles - from a few hours' rambling and gentle walking, to veritable expeditions. Part of the appeal of walking here is the diversity of the seasons. Each has something different to offer as indeed does every day.

Walks to suit everyone, from a one-hour stroll with the kids to a multi-day trek through some of the last wilderness areas of Europe. At all times of the year, some of the most glorious scenery in Scotland can best be enjoyed here, on foot.

Cycling

For centuries, active folk have been sporting about in the fresh air of Perthshire. So it's none too surprising that such modern-day sports as mountain biking in the Highlands or road cycling on intertwining roads have pervaded the heart of Scotland.

Fantastic local trails and beautiful tree lined roads and routes, the colours changing as the seasons. And a superb support structure of cycle and mountain bike hire and accessory shops.

Here you will find a superb natural environment of forest clad-hill, mountains, lochs, glens, sparkling rivers and fascinating natural history and wildlife, without equal in UK and possible Europe - and with routes to suit every taste and every standard of ability.
Enjoy cycling and motor biking (routes and tracks web the whole area, from light to serious - and on the way providing not just breathtaking views and scenes but visits from the local wildlife - deer, squirrels, osprey and if you are lucky, the golden eagle, and many more) - just miles and miles of sensational quiet cycle routes.

Maybe you'd prefer that all your arrangements are made for you. Then our hotels can organize a plethora of cycling routes, and accommodate the serious off-roaders where we can help organize mountain biking activity breaks. Or maybe you'd prefer simply to just make it up as you go along. Then return to your hotel where you can always be sure of a hot bath to soothe those tired muscles at the end of the day!

The touring cyclist will find that Sustrans Route 7 passes right through Blair Atholl. And Pitlochry is the centre of 3 major cycling areas of Highland Scotland with 6 waymarked routes - cycle highways around the most stunning and spectacular scenery of Highland Perthshire.