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Aviemore
is situated in the highlands of Scotland, 130 miles north of Edinburgh
and Glasgow and 30 miles south of Inverness. [To see a map of where
Aviemore is in Scotland click here
] Aviemore is surrounded by some of the most beuatiful scenery in
the UK. The Cairngorm mountains rise to the east, many lochs can
be found in the spey valley, and some of the walks and views are
simply breathtaking. For more information on Aviemore we have listed
some good websites. We have also listed below some of the main activities
that go on in, and around, Aviemore:
For
Information about Aviemore: www.aviemore.org
The Highlands of Scotland Tourist Board: www.host.co.uk
The Scottish Tourist board: www.visitscotland.com
For Local Area information: www.undilutedscotland.com
Cairngorm National Park: www.cairngormsonline.com
Skiing
Weather permitting, the skiing can be fantastic. Many top skiers
rate some of Caingorm's runs on a par with Alpine runs. The Cairngorm
chairlift runs all year round for access to the summit. Skiing is
usually available between New Year and Late April. Instruction,
as well ski and snowboard hire, is available at many locations.
Golf
There are many good golf courses in the area at which visitors are
welcome. Locally, you have the choice of Boat of Garten (my personal
favourite), Grantown on Spey, Carrbridge, Kingussie, Newtonmore,
and Nethybridge.
Fishing
River and Loch fishing at Rothimurchus.
Whisky
Trail
Eight distilleries surround the Spey Valley and welcome visitors
with guided tours and exhibitions.
Mountain
Biking
Excellent mountain bike riding with forest trails of a few miles
to all day trips. Ample bike hire shops in the area who are happy
to advise on where to go.
Steam
Railway
Open from Spring to Autumn serving lunch and dinner. The cottage
provides a good view of the steam trains for enthusiasts.
Clay
Pigeon Shooting
Very well organised shooting for beginners and experts in natural
surroundings at Rothiemurchus. Instruction and equipment available.
Tennis
There are tennis courst open to the public at Rothiemuchus, Coylumbridge
Hotel, Nethybridge, and Kingussie.
Last
updated:
February 16, 2008
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