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Why September is perfect for a slower-paced break in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Post Date: 5 Aug 2026

There's a reason seasoned travellers return to Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire in September. The summer rush has passed, the landscapes are turning golden and the region’s castles, museums, galleries and historic towns can be explored at a pace that lets you take it all in.

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The Aberdeenshire Rail Trail

Leave the car at home and adventure around the North-east of Scotland by rail.

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Seven things to do in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire this August

August is a brilliant month to visit the North-east, the Highland Games season reaches its peak, the countryside is bathed in heather, and the events calendar doesn't let up. Here's your guide to making the most of one of the finest months of the year.

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