The scenery is just amazing in this part of the world – a real paradise for photographers.This looks wonderful, it has been far too long since we last visited Scotland. Feel free to drop me an email at Oooh – that selection of hikes is fabulous!! The castle was built by the Comyn family who were sworn enemies of Robert the Bruce, but they left when Bruce took the Scottish throne. At 1345 metres The Carn Mor Dearg Arête route is for experienced scramblers only but the easier Mountain (or Pony) Track is accessible to anyone with a good level of fitness. Hope you get to come back soon! I can’t wait to go back for some more hikes!These photos are stunning Kathi. If you have started to read up on must-see places in Scotland, you have with certainty come across Glencoe. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions. The views in the valley are breathtaking and well-worth many stops, and the village is at the other end.Driving to Glencoe via Stirling and Callander makes sense if you leave from Edinburgh and want to avoid the detour via Glasgow.

The ski area isn’t huge with eight lifts and 20 runs, but there’s a mix of different levels and among them is the longest and steepest ski run in Scotland. It is a lovely place to learn about local history! From the top of the corrie you can climb the two summits of the Buachaille, which are both classified as Munros, Stob Dearg and Stob na Bròige.The stunning mountain ridge of Aonach Eagach has been on my bucket list for a while now and is the perfect day out for experienced hikers in Glencoe. Whether you want to treat yourself after a few active days in the Scottish Highlands, or need a soothing indoor activity on a rainy day, a day between pool and sauna will do you good.There are a few hotels in and near Glencoe which have sauna facilities – Hi Kathy. I’d particularly love to ride the Hogwarts Express and challenge myself on the ice wall. Can we connect over email?Hi there, absolutely! I hope you join me on my adventures!”Kingshouse hotel IS ONE OF MY ACCOMMODATION FAVOURITES!

This beautiful valley in the central Highlands of Scotland is famous for its bloody history in relation to the Jacobite uprising, but also for its dramatic scenery.Driving north from Glasgow and along Loch Lomond, the road leads continuously deeper and higher up into the mountains.
There is also an aerial adventure course at Ice Factor, and the team offers several guided outdoor activities from rock climbing and guided hikes to winter mountaineering and mountain safety courses.The Clachaig Inn is an iconic, traditional inn, a top example of Highland hospitality. From short strolls to multi-day adventures, Highland walks are one of the top things to do in Glencoe. And if you’re wondering whether there’s a new Inverlochy Castle, there certainly is, the 19th-century mansion turned five-star You can’t have a list of things to do in Scotland without there being at least one whisky distillery in there – and for the Fort William area it’s the Ben Nevis Distillery. Lost Valley (moderate) The Lost Valley hike leads to a hidden valley tucked between the high … Visiting Scotland during the offseason has a lot of benefits and there are tons of things to do during the coldest (but also the cosiest) time of the year.
The path is waymarked and easy to follow and the views down the Glencoe valley and up to the towering peaks of Aonach Eagach and the Three Sisters are incredible!Glencoe Lochan is tucked away in the quiet woodlands behind Glencoe Village. It might not look it at first glance but it’s one of the best-preserved castles of its age in Scotland, and has a few bloody tales to tell. Great ideasThanks – hope you get to make another trip someday soon!What a dramatic countryside! There will be plenty of scenic stops, such as Callander, Bracklin Falls and Loch Lubnaig. The paths up the two peaks are good, however, this is not a trail to follow if you don’t know how to navigate with map and compass.The West Highland Way is Scotland’s most popular long-distance trail and leads past the entrance of Glencoe near Buachaille Etive Mor. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in August.