Castles

Aberdeenshire is famous for it rich castle tradition and is known as Scotland’s castle capital with over 70 castles and castle sites in the region.

Scotland’s amazing history can be experienced through some of the world’s most unique castles and visitors are encouraged to take in some of the rugged ruins, colossal castles and haunted halls the North East has to offer.

Scotland’s only Castle Trail can also be found in Aberdeenshire and features over 12 of the most magical castles from the last millennium. The trail is approximately 150 miles long and reveals some of the country’s Norman and Renaissance heritage.

A number of the castles on the trail can be found just a short drive out of the city itself with Drum and Tolquhan Castles and Castles Fraser and Crathes all near Aberdeen.

For more information on the Castle Trail visit www.agtb.org