Cullen to Portsoy
A moderate walk (coast) starting and finishing in Moray, Scotland, about 9.80km (6.09 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 2:45h. It is suitable for families with children, but unsuitable for prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
57m (187ft)
Descent
65m (213ft)
Max. Elevation
60m (196ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
122m (400ft)
Start
Cullen
End
Portsoy, Banff, Banffshire, Scotland
Distance
9.80km
(6.09mi)
(6.09mi)
Duration
~2:45h
Difficulty
Moderate
Ordnance Survey Map
This walk follows the coastline along the Moray Firth. The region contains some of the finest coastline in Scotland, and this walk offers a taster, with hidden sandy beaches, a ruined castle and lots of cliffs. Keep your eyes peeled on the waters too - the Moray Firth is famous for its dolphins and Minke whales. Sometimes they swim close to the coast, so there is a chance to spot them.
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Waypoints
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Take the bus to Cullen to start the walk.
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Head down to the lighthouse for good views over Cullen Bay.
About 0.25 km (~0.16 miles) from 
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Walk past the caravan park heading east along the coast.
About 1.17 km (~0.73 miles) from 
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Walk out to the cliffs at Logie Head for views across the Moray Firth. It's a popular spot for rock climbers too.
About 0.75 km (~0.47 miles) from 
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Follow the coastline to this beautiful sandy beach. Perfect for a tea stop (if you brought a Thermos).
About 1.02 km (~0.63 miles) from 
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This ruined castle sits right on the coast. Well worth exploring: www.findlater.org.uk/Castle.htm
About 0.72 km (~0.45 miles) from 
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Pass through the village of Sandend. There is a distillery here too; the whole region around Speyside is famous for its whisky.
About 1.52 km (~0.94 miles) from 
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More climbers to be found at Redhythe Point, no doubt.
About 2.24 km (~1.39 miles) from 
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Finish the walk in Portsoy, where you can catch the bus back home.
About 1.66 km (~1.03 miles) from 
