The North East 250 is one of Scotland's most spectacular driving routes, offering diverse landscapes from rugged coastlines to stunning mountains. This 270-mile circular route starting from Aberdeen is perfectly suited for electric vehicles, with plenty of charging infrastructure along the way.

Day-by-Day Guide:

Aberdeen (Starting Point)

• Visit the free Maritime Museum, Marischal College, and Tolbooth Museum
• Charge at Lidl's rapid chargers before departure
• Follow A90 along North Sea coastline to Fraserburgh
• Key stops: Balmedie beaches, Newburgh Seal Beach, Slains Castle (Dracula's inspiration), Peterhead Prison Museum
• Charge at Fraserburgh Tesco Superstore

Coastal Route to Inverness

• Must-see stops: Portknockie (dolphin watching), Elgin Cathedral, Strathisla Distillery
• Charging points available at Buckie, Elgin, Lossiemouth, and Forres
• Multiple rapid chargers at Tesco locations throughout the route

Inverness and Surroundings

• Explore city attractions: Cawdor Castle, Titanic Maritime Museum
• Visit Cairngorms National Park for outdoor activities
• Don't miss Loch Ness for monster spotting
• Extensive charging network throughout the area

Return Journey Options:

1. Scenic route through Cairngorms via Crathie (120 miles)
2. Coastal route retracing the outward journey

Vehicle Options:

• Solo travelers: Energica Eva EsseEsse9+ electric motorcycle
• Families: ŠKODA Enyaq iV
• Couples: Nissan LEAF 3.ZERO e+

Charging Infrastructure:

• Pod Point network covers entire route
• Rapid chargers (50kW) available at major stops
• Multiple charging options in cities and towns

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