The best Burns Night walks around Scotland with connections to the iconic poet
23.01.2023 - 19:09
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Although the weather might not be ideal, January is nonetheless a great time to get out and take in some stunning Scottish scenery.
With Burns Night coming up, it's the perfect opportunity to complete a walking trail inspired by the iconic poet's life. Fitness and travel website AllTrails has shared a list of the seven best Burns Night walks around Scotland.
Every route included has a connection to Burns in some way, and so venturing out on one is a great way to celebrate the beloved Scot. From countryside hikes to city trails, there is bound to be a walk that suits your needs this Burns night.
AllTrails states that anyone planning on heading out on one of the trails should plan ahead and bring a flashlight or headlamp if walking in the evening. Additionally, hikers should also keep extra layers for warmth, as well as additional food and water, and should hike in pairs or groups.
Here are the seven best walks around Scotland this Burns Night, according to AllTrails.
Approximately 3.2 kilometres in length, this loop trail near Aberfeldy is considered reasonably challenging and usually takes just over an hour to complete. It is a popular route amongst walkers, hikers, and birdwatchers, and dogs are welcome so long as they are kept on a lead.
There are a number of historical markers on the trail, including one specifically where Robert Burns is said to have been inspired to pen The Birks of Aberfeldy. The song was written in 1787 and sung to the tune The Birks Of Abergeldie.
Like The Birks of Aberfeldy, this route is considered moderately challenging and is around 6 kilometres in length. All together, the loop should take you just under two hours to complete.
The pub walk starts and ends at Holyrood Distillery and near Tipsy