Stirling Old Bridge, Stirling
The Stirling Old Bridge is a medieval stone bridge that spans across the River Forth. The beautiful old four-arch bridge is cobbled and for pedestrians and cyclists only. It was at one time a toll bridge with gates on either end, charging fees for the transportation of goods across it.
It is not far away from the original location of the narrow, wooden bridge where the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge took place in 1297. The old bridge collapsed during the battle. A leader of this battle was the well-known Scottish hero, William Wallace, famously portrayed by actor Mel Gibson in the 1995 film "Braveheart."
Crossing this graceful old bridge offers many lovely views, including the Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle, the river, and the splendid surrounding hills and countryside. The bridge is just a short walk from Stirling Castle and less than a mile from the central part of town.
It is not far away from the original location of the narrow, wooden bridge where the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge took place in 1297. The old bridge collapsed during the battle. A leader of this battle was the well-known Scottish hero, William Wallace, famously portrayed by actor Mel Gibson in the 1995 film "Braveheart."
Crossing this graceful old bridge offers many lovely views, including the Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle, the river, and the splendid surrounding hills and countryside. The bridge is just a short walk from Stirling Castle and less than a mile from the central part of town.
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Stirling Old Bridge on Map
Sight Name: Stirling Old Bridge
Sight Location: Stirling, Scotland (See walking tours in Stirling)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Stirling, Scotland (See walking tours in Stirling)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Stirling, Scotland
Create Your Own Walk in Stirling
Creating your own self-guided walk in Stirling is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Stirling Introduction Walking Tour
On the River Forth in central Scotland, you'll find the picturesque city of Stirling. Its location at the lowest crossing point over the river made it a strategic spot to start a settlement. The town dates back to ancient Roman times, though much of the city is medieval and Victorian. It was a small market town that grew while becoming known as the "Gateway to the Highlands."
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Stirling Castle Walking Tour
Sitting atop Castle Hill in Stirling, Stirling Castle is one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, both historically and architecturally. Before the union with England, the Castle was also one of the most used of the numerous Scottish royal residences, acting as both a palace and a fortress. Several Scottish kings and queens have been crowned at Stirling, including Mary, Queen of... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles