Coastal Trail

With its clean air, clear seawater and stunning vistas, here in Aberdeen and Grampian you will find some of Europe's best coastline.

From the lava cliffs of St Cyrus all the way round to the notorious Culbin Sands on the Moray Firth, the north-east coastline is one long series of surprises.

Tiny villages, picturesque harbours and 150-miles of unspoilt beaches line much of the coast which, together with the area's teeming wildlife (including dolphins, seals and seabirds), make the area an invigorating and uplifting holiday destination. The coast is a turning point on the map of Scotland, guarding land that has been tilled since the Stone Age. It forms a natural boundary to a land of pride and promise, the home to people whose aspirations down the centuries have created a clear identity and strong entrepreneurial spirit.