Heritage Paths ~ Maria Mahria Way
Cairngorms National Park
Maria Mahria Way Return to Map
Start location: A86, Aberarder Lodge (NN 531 896)
End location: Spey aqueduct near Glenshero Lodge, Garva road (NN 553 932)
Geographical area: Cairngorms National Park
Path type: Coffin Road, Rural Path
Path distance: 4.5km
Accessibillity info: Suitable for Bikes, Suitable for pedestrians
This route starts at the site of the former Kinlochlaggan Hotel and consistes of a rough vehicular track for the whole of its length. Just south of Glenshero Lodge enter a field via a gate to access a solidly built stile at 550931 and the Corrieyairack track.
OS Landranger 42 (Glen Garry & Loch Rannoch area) & 35 (Kingussie & Monadhliath Mountains)
This interestingly named route is a former coffin road and is said to be marked by the remains of funeral cairns. It is named though after Mary Maria the daughter of a family living at the head of Loch Crunachdan in the late nineteenth century; they were known for their hospitality to travellers.
