Exploring the Trossachs

Scotland

Por Julia Revitt Photography

29 de November de 2021

Loch Lomond

Due to various virus related travel restrictions, we found ourselves in Scotland during late summer/early autumn for 2020 and 2021. Basing ourselves around the enormous Loch Lomond, we explore the Trossachs and surrounding areas. Come and join us...

Loch Lomond Lodges

We stayed at the aptly named Loch Lomond Lodges. Simple, minimal and stylish. On the shores of the lake, in beautiful grounds, the lodges are quiet and peaceful - oh and the lodges all have a Nespresso machine.

Loch Achray

Driving along the Dukes Pass to Loch Achray is well worth the effort. The A821 links Aberfoyle with Loch Katrine. The road is tight, twisty and great fun but not so much when covered in gravel as it was on our last visit. Loch Achray is a calm and serene place to chill out or to have a chilly dip should you be so inclined.

The road takes its informal name 'Dukes Pass' from the Duke of Montrose who commissioned it so he could reach his estate. The pass is also part of the the 'Three Lochs Forest Drive' as it passes Lochan Reòidhte, Loch Drunkie and Loch Achray.

Glencoe

Get your spy moves on for Glencoe - where some of James Bond's Skyfall antics were filmed. Turn your back on the traffic and it really feels like you're in the wilds. Beautiful scenery with rivers, lochs and mountains. This area was once volcanic and covered in glaciers - not so much these days but still a must-see if you're in the area.

RSPB Loch Lomond

A tiny RSPB centre, this is great if you want a quiet walk around the woods and a lovely view point. We've not seen many birds here though but still love to come when we're in the area.

Glen Nevis

Glen Nevis is the valley the runs beneath Ben Nevis. On a nondescript road out of Fort William, drive past the Ben Nevis carpark and you'll find the valley unfolding before you. There are plenty of places to pull over and admire the view. It's well worth the trip.