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Road to the Isles
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THE ROAD TO THE ISLES
The West Highland route from Fort William to Mallaig and onwards to the Small Isles, Skye, Knoydart and Uist is known as the ‘Road to the Isles’. This world renowned journey, described as the most scenic in the world, is also a must stay holiday destination in 2021.
You’ll enjoy dramatic landscapes, breathtaking beaches and a real sense of place. As well as the world famous rail journey and the historic attractions, the area boasts outstanding beaches, rugged hills and heather moors. You’ll find accommodation to suit all travellers and award winning restaurants specialising in seafood and game.
Nature and the landscape influences much of what happens here. Watch the local fishermen land their daily catch at Mallaig’s bustling pier, sea kayak from Arisaig, take guided walks on Knoydart and wildlife cruises from Glenfinnan, Mallaig and Arisaig.
Your stay in the area will be enriched by visiting the Small Isles, a stunning archipelago of steeped in history and filled with wildlife.
Each season here is joyous in its own way, but spring is exceptionally beautiful. Wildflowers, vibrant sunsets and the arrival of wildlife give the season a distinctive feel, and the pace of life is slower and more peaceful. Engage all of your senses by walking along a quiet beach, tasting the salty sea spray, listening to the seabirds overhead and watching the rush of the tide.
A visit to the ‘Road to the Isles’ promises to leave you with a full heart and a yearning to return.
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top things to see, do and experience
bEaChEs Take a detour on the Alternative Coastal Route to explore some of Scotland’s loveliest and most accessible beaches. including Traigh, Camusdarach and the Silver Sands of Morar.
glEnFInnan MonuMEnt A statue of a lone Highlander high above Loch Shiel is a reminder of the loss of life in the Jacobite risings, and the fact that Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard here to start the 1745 campaign. A tour of the adjacent visitor centre gives fuller understanding of the site’s significance.
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MallaIg A working fishing village that connects the mainland to the islands beyond, Mallaig was once the busiest herring port in Europe and is still renowned for its smoked kippers. Enjoy the views on the Mallaig Circuit walk, or simply potter around the shops and cafes. haRRy PottER vIaduCt The West Highland Line is one of the world’s most popular railway journeys and crosses the 21-span Glenfinnan Viaduct, which features in the Harry Potter films. Experience it from a steam train, or take the Scotrail service from Fort William.
