Ballater
Aberdeenshire | Village | ★★★ [Ballater from Craig Coillich] Ballater is a well-kept, touristy village and former spa town on the banks of the River Dee, with historical links to the Royal Family and nearby Balmoral Castle . This is one of the best bases for exploring the quieter eastern side of the Cairngorms National Park; a car isn't necessary (though may still be useful), as several excellent walks begin right from the village centre and there's a good bus service accessing the other villages up and down the glen. One of Scotland's most iconic hills, Lochnagar , is a short drive away. [View over Deeside towards Lochnagar from Sgor Buidhe (26/5/13)] Location & info 📌 Ballater ★★★ Aberdeenshire, G.R.: NO 370958 ///flatten.tweed.fancied 🚌 Ballater is served by local buses on the Aberdeen to Braemar route. See & do (<1 mi away) >> The Snow Roads ★★★★ >> Walk: Craggy Craigendarroch ★★★ (map: A) >> Walk: Mellow mean