This route, stretching from Gretna to Ayr, links the Robert Burns attractions in both Dumfries and Ayr. En route, it gives the visitor an introduction to the relatively unfamiliar countryside of the Galloway Forest Park and the industrial heritage of the Doon Valley. Seek out the Old Blacksmith's Shop at Gretna Green, the award-winning Robert Burns Centre and Bridge House Museum in Dumfries, or the Carsphain Heritage Centre. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of colourful Threave Gardens, or ponder over the bloody history of Threave Castle, ancient stronghold of the "Black Douglas". The Galloway Tourist Route connects with the Solway Coast Heritage Trail at Dalbeattie providing an opportunity to visit the abundance of castles, abbeys, gardens and harbours further west.

This is a National Tourist Route

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