Enjoy stunning views on a walk through Dumfries & Galloway
Loch Trool in Galloway Forest Park
Portpatrick
the Jubilee Path near Rockcliffe
Drumlanrig Castle
From the Annandale Way to a walk round Loch Trool, there are a number of walking routes which boast striking views of the landscape and historic buildings.
With every mile you walk in Dumfries & Galloway, you’ll find a view that quite simply takes your breath away. Soak up the views of the impressive scenery and look out for the variety of wildlife and historic buildings. There are hundreds of paths to choose from, with adventures and discoveries waiting along every track.
Follow the route of the Annandale Way and along part of the 55 miles you can discover ancient woodlands, panoramic views, rolling farmland and see the Beeftub, where the Borders Reivers used to corral their cattle. This beautiful route was launched two years ago and is already popular with walkers keen to enjoy the good views, out across the wide River Annan, over a ruined castle on a loch and beyond the heather-clad hills.
Drive the Solway Coast Heritage Trail for sublime vistas across the region's three nationally-recognised Scenic Areas and see the pretty seaside villages such as Kippford and Rockcliffe. Follow the Jubilee Path between these two small villages and along this scenic stretch of coastline, managed by the National Trust for Scotland, you’ll pass by the ancient hill forts of Castle Hill and Mote of Mark.
For a longer challenge, take the Southern Upland Way, Scotland’s longest waymarked route. Running 212 miles from the west to the east coast, it traverses some beautiful hill scenery. Get a taster by starting at Portpatrick, on the Rhinns of Galloway, and head up the coast to Killantringan Lighthouse.
Wander along the astoundingly scenic circuit of Loch Trool, where you could be forgiven for thinking you’d arrived in the Highlands as you enter the glen, situated a few miles north of Newton Stewart. The full circuit of the loch is around five miles and should take about three hours to complete.
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