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Land Cruiser Meet the Engineer
Scotland, March 2024
ON-ROAD
TEST DRIVE
From the village of Ballater, pass by the Balmoral Castle and the winding Snow roads in the Cairngorms National Park.
Starting at the hotel in Ballater, this route will bring you along the River Dee, world-famous for its salmon fishing, to the royal residence Balmoral Castle.
It continues along the winding roads within Cairngorms National Park and brings excellent views over the Scottish Highlands. After approximately 1.5 hours, you will reach the Glen Tanar estate for a quick coffee break.
The roads are small and winding, but the rigid GA-F platform, the new electric power steering and the new 8-speed automatic gearbox will give you an excellent on-road experience.
Distance: 29,6 Km
Time: 1h15’
OFF-ROAD
TEST DRIVE
Enter the Glen Tanar and explore the endless routes within this magnificent 25,000-hectare estate.
Follow the gravel track from the hub, taking you deep into the estate. This route offers fantastic and leads you to the lunch at Etnach cottage. Along the way, you will pass by one of the oldest forests in the whole UK, and if you are lucky, you may spot either deer or protected species such as red squirrels and Scottish crossbills.
Expect to spend some time on rugged dirt roads going across the highlands. Thanks to the new Adaptive Variable Suspension system, the comfort is high, even along the bumpiest parts.
Glen Tanar Hug > Etnach Cottage
Distance: 8.56mi / 13.78 Km
Time: 1h45’
Etnach Cottage > 4X4 Track
Distance: 7.77mi / 12.5 Km
Time: 30’
4X4 Track > Glen Tanar Hub
Distance: 8.43mi / 13.57 Km
Time: 1h30’
4X4 TRACK
Let’s experience the Land Cruiser’s true off-road skills. Here, we go deep into the mud.
The Land Cruiser is built to take you anywhere in the world and back again safely. For that, we have prepared a natural 4×4 track through the forest. Expect deep water holes and steep hills to fully experience what this legend can do.
Time to engage the low gear and lock the differentials. With the 4×4-related support systems, the off-roading is easier than ever.
Distance: 29,6 Km
Time: 1h15’
GLEN TANAR ESTATE
The Glen Tanar 25,000-acre estate sits inside the Cairngorms National Park and has been with the Coats family since 1905. Here, people are welcome to explore nature, and the estate is home to a herd of traditional highland cattle. They graze in fields near he road and support local farmers with livestock.
It houses the third largest native Caledonia pinewood in Scotland, and the wildlife is at the heart of Glen Tanar. From deer to bees, they recognize that each animal has a vital role in a balanced ecosystem. The estate is home to various protected animals, such as red squirrels, Scottish crossbills, hares, capercaillie, ospreys and golden eagles.
There are areas closed to protect the wildlife, so please follow the guided path, always stay on the track and do not drive off into the wild.
BALLATER AND
THE BALMORAL ARMS
Located within the Aberdeenshire, around one-hour drive west of Aberdeen and the coast, Ballater has been a spot to visit for over 250 years. First as a spa resort and today for its accessibility to nature and hiking. The Munroes (Scottish for mountains) are almost everywhere, and the River Dee is world-known for its salmon fishing.
Ballater is known not only for hiking and fishing but also for its neighbours: The residence of the British royal family, the Balmoral Castle, is just a short drive away.
Visit the Balmoral Arms Hotel
INFORMATION
BALMORAL ARMS HOTEL
13 15 Victoria Road, Ballater,
Aberdeenshire AB35 5RA,
United Kingdom
GLEN TANAR ESTATE
Brooks House, Glen Tanar Aboyne
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
AB34 5EU
EMERGENCY CONTACT
Emergency services: 112
Toyota Motor Europe – Birgit Janssens +32 476 25 47 74
Airport & shuttles – Zoé Malone +44 7522 742 505
Route assistance – Jean-Marc Peyrard +33 778 68 51 79
Hotel & Hospitality – Désirée van Schagen +39 331 451 4168
SPEED LIMITS
In the UK, speed limits are posted as miles per hour (mph)
Built-up areas: 30 mph (48 km/h) – but limits of 20 mph (32 km/h)
are common too
Dual carriageways: 70 mph (112 km/h)
Single carriageways: 60 mph (96 km/h)
Motorways: 70 mph (112 km/h)
RULES & REGULATIONS
When driving in Scotland remember that you must drive
on the left-hand side of the road.
Give way to people from the right unless there are lights.
Seatbelts are always required for driver and passengers.
The legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in Scotland is 50 mg per 100ml.
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Land Cruiser Meet the Engineer
Scotland, March 2024