The Birks of Aberfeldy in Scotland Robert Burns Country
The Birks of Aberfeldy is a picturesque woodland in Scotland, renowned for its stunning waterfall and lush flora. Named after Robert Burns' poem, 'The Birks o' Aberfeldy', the area offers a serene and captivating walking experience for nature lovers.
The Birks of Aberfeldy in Scotland Robert Burns Country
The Birks of Aberfeldy 5 630 reviews #1 of 23 things to do in Aberfeldy Historic Walking AreasHiking Trails Write a review About Walk this circular 1.5-mile trail through wooded slopes overhung by birch trees, with a stop along the viewing platform that looks over deep chasms and Strathtay. Suggested duration 1-2 hours
The Birks of Aberfeldy (Walkhighlands)
The walk takes you through the area known locally as "The Birks". Originally called the Dens of Moness, the birks (from the Scots for birch trees) overlook the Falls of Moness. They were renamed when Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns, penned the poem The Birks o'Aberfeldie in 1787. After walking back into the village then, if you wish.
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" The Birks of Aberfeldy " is a song lyric written for a pre-existing melody in 1787 by Robert Burns. He was inspired to write it by the Falls of Moness and the birch (the Scots word for it being birks) [1] trees of Aberfeldy during a tour of the Scottish Highlands with his friend William Nicol. [2]
The Birks of Aberfeldy Perth & Kinross
Location address: Easdale, Weem, Aberfeldy PH15 2LD Walk difficulty: Moderate Shortest walk length (return): 1.5 - 2 hours Operated by: Woodland Trust Dog-friendly: Yes Child-friendly: Yes Accessibility: The walk is uphill so not suitable for pushchairs and wheelchair users. Best time of year to visit: Spring, summer or autumn.
Falls of Moness in the Birks of Aberfeldy Scotland Perthshire Photograph by Jason Politte
Try this 3.3-mile circular trail near Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 35 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
The Birks of Aberfeldy (Walkhighlands)
The Birks of Aberfeldy 5 631 reviews #1 of 23 things to do in Aberfeldy Historic Walking AreasHiking Trails Write a review About Walk this circular 1.5-mile trail through wooded slopes overhung by birch trees, with a stop along the viewing platform that looks over deep chasms and Strathtay. Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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The Birks of Aberfeldy Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation This beautiful short walk is deservedly popular. Celebrated in a poem by Robert Burns, the fine walk up the steep gorge of the Moness burn reveals several waterfalls. Terrain Excellent waymarked path; a good amount of up and downhill.
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The Birks of Aberfeldy in Scotland Robert Burns Country
The Birks of Aberfeldy ('birks' from the Scots for birch trees or trees) is located just outside Aberfeldy in the Scottish Highlands. This is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and it is estimated that this woodland has stood here for 8000 years.
The Birks of Aberfeldy (Walkhighlands)
Try this 3.3-mile loop trail near Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 35 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
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Birks Of Aberfeldy Forests & Woodlands Nr Aberfeldy Perthshire The Birks of Aberfeldy is a circular walk through mature mixed woodland on the western outskirts of Aberfeldy. Originally called the Dens of Moness, the birks (from the Scots for birch trees) overlook the Falls of Moness and lines the slopes of the Moness gorge.
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The Birks of Aberfeldy ('birks' from the Scots for birch trees or trees) is located just outside Aberfeldy in the Scottish Highlands. This is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and it is estimated that this woodland has stood here for 8000 years. The Falls of Moness is the main waterfall at the top of the trail, but there are several.
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The Birks of Aberfeldy 5 631 reviews #1 of 23 things to do in Aberfeldy Historic Walking AreasHiking Trails Write a review About Walk this circular 1.5-mile trail through wooded slopes overhung by birch trees, with a stop along the viewing platform that looks over deep chasms and Strathtay. Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show.
The Birks of Aberfeldy (Walkhighlands)
The Birks of Aberfeldy were originally known as the Den of Moness but were renamed after Robert Burns, Scotland's greatest poet, visited in August 1787 and wrote his poem 'The Birks of Aberfeldie' after sitting on a naturally formed seat beside the waterfalls. The poem included the lines; "The braes ascend like lofty wa's,
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At the Birks of Aberfeldy he was impressed enough to write: "The braes ascend like lofty wa's, The foaming stream deep-roarin' fa's O'erhung wi' fragrant spreading shaws The birks of Aberfeldy". Now a statue stands at the bottom of the walk up the dramatic gorge carrying the Moness Burn. With waterfalls at the top and great views.