Things to do around Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis is likely to leave you with very aching muscles and at first all you might want to think about is a hot bath! But there are many other attractions in the area which you should visit whilst you are in the highlands as the area is steeped in legends and history as well as beautiful scenery.
Glen Nevis Walk
This is a much gentler walk along the River Nevis below the Ben itself. It is very pretty, and good to get your legs working again - but perhaps not the day after you've climbed the mountain itself!
Culloden Moor
The site of the defeat of Bonnie Prince Charlie's army in 1746. The battlefield itself is on the flat boggy marsh, and is an eerie place full of atmosphere. See where the armies fought, and be bemused by the choice of ground for the famous battle - one of the many mistakes of the highlanders.
Glencoe
Drive through Glencoe, and you will feel the oppressive nature of the scenery which lends itself to the story of the famous massacre in 1692. Here the 'traitors' were to be 'cut off root and branch' with everyone under the age of 70 put to the sword.
Neptune's Staircase
The staircase is a flight of seven locks on the Caledonian Canal built by Thomas Telford. The building started in 1803 and was completed in 1847. The canal links Loch Ness to Loch Linnhe. This is a pleasant place to spend some time, especially if there is a boat navigating through the locks. You can also walk alongside the canal - a gentle flat stroll!
Castle Urquhart and Loch Ness
You cannot visit this part of Scotland without spending some time monster spotting on Loch Ness - and what better place to do it than from the castle at Urquhart. Although the buildings were blown up in 1692 to prevent them being used as a Jacobite stronghold, what's left makes a romantic picture on the banks of this famous loch.
Eilean Donan Castle
By night or by day, Eilean Donan Castle on the banks of Loch Doich on the Road to the Isles is a romantic picture, and one of the most photographed in all of Scotland.
Fort George
The building of Fort George started after the 1745 Jacobite rebellion, and was completed in 1769. It is an impressive building with nearly a mile of boundary walls, and accommodation for a 1600 strong infantry garrison. It is a massively impressive place to visit, and history is brought alive here giving a fascinating insight into 18th centuy military life.
Neptune's Staircase
Culloden Moor
Glencoe
Glen Nevis Walk
Urquhart and Loch Ness
Eilean Donan Castle
Fort George
Culloden Moor
Glencoe
Glen Nevis Walk
Urquhart and Loch Ness
Eilean Donan Castle
Fort George
Holidays in and around around Ben Nevis
Whether you want more walking in glorious countryside, visits to historic places of interest, trying to capture a picture of the elusive Nessie in Lochness or taking in the road to the Isles there is something for everyone. A holiday in the Highlands is to be highly recommended!
The battlefields of Glencoe and Culloden Moor need to be visited simply for the atmosphere, and the Glen Nevis Walk is a gentle stroll for tired muscles after managing to reach the peak of Ben Nevis.
Fort William is a great base for a visit.
Fort William is a great base for a visit.
Onich - Fort William
This unique former boathouse is in a spectacular position on the banks of Loch Linnhe with wondrous views over the loch to the 'Dragon's Tooth' mountain. The surrounding landscape is simply breathtaking and this is the perfect romantic retreat for a very special break. Watch the resident seals and otters frolic in the water by day or the stars by night from the beautiful deck as the waves lap beneath. The boathouse is a luxurious and enchanting destination.
This unique former boathouse is in a spectacular position on the banks of Loch Linnhe with wondrous views over the loch to the 'Dragon's Tooth' mountain. The surrounding landscape is simply breathtaking and this is the perfect romantic retreat for a very special break. Watch the resident seals and otters frolic in the water by day or the stars by night from the beautiful deck as the waves lap beneath. The boathouse is a luxurious and enchanting destination.
Glen Urquhart - Inverness-shire
Situated in magnificent countryside on the hillside above Loch Meiklie, this charming detached stone cottage nestles in a small hollow, unseen from the nearby lane, and offers total peace and seclusion. Drumnadrochit is 4 miles, Inverness is just 20 miles along the road that follows the shore of Loch Ness. Many leisure amenities in the area include pony trekking, fishing and pleasure cruises. Lovely walks from the cottage lead to the hills and lochs beyond.
Situated in magnificent countryside on the hillside above Loch Meiklie, this charming detached stone cottage nestles in a small hollow, unseen from the nearby lane, and offers total peace and seclusion. Drumnadrochit is 4 miles, Inverness is just 20 miles along the road that follows the shore of Loch Ness. Many leisure amenities in the area include pony trekking, fishing and pleasure cruises. Lovely walks from the cottage lead to the hills and lochs beyond.
Portsonachan (Loch Awe - Argyll
The beautiful area of Loch Awe epitomises tranquility and serenity and these stunning timber lodges command unrivalled views over the majestic loch from their elevated hillside position within the landscaped grounds of Sonachan House. The lodges are finished to a very high standard and are bright and spacious with some delightful finishing touches throughout
The beautiful area of Loch Awe epitomises tranquility and serenity and these stunning timber lodges command unrivalled views over the majestic loch from their elevated hillside position within the landscaped grounds of Sonachan House. The lodges are finished to a very high standard and are bright and spacious with some delightful finishing touches throughout
TOWARD POINT - Argyll
Beautifully positioned on the Cowal Peninsula at Toward Point, home to the renowned 'Toward Point Lighthouse' , this idyllic holiday home exudes an individual charm, character and style. Newly renovated to a very high standard, this detached cottage offers a haven of peaceful tranquility where guests can enjoy the activity of the lighthouse and the sailing clubs of the Clyde Coast as they cruise past, sails billowing in the wind. There is a large, private, sheltered garden with garden furniture to fully appreciate the wonderful, open views out to sea.
Beautifully positioned on the Cowal Peninsula at Toward Point, home to the renowned 'Toward Point Lighthouse' , this idyllic holiday home exudes an individual charm, character and style. Newly renovated to a very high standard, this detached cottage offers a haven of peaceful tranquility where guests can enjoy the activity of the lighthouse and the sailing clubs of the Clyde Coast as they cruise past, sails billowing in the wind. There is a large, private, sheltered garden with garden furniture to fully appreciate the wonderful, open views out to sea.
Ben Nevis Tourist Path
Ben Nevis Facts and History
Holidays around Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis on Crutches
A Night on Ben Nevis
Walkers share their Stories
Ben Nevis part of Three Peaks
Pole Dancing on Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis c1960
Ben Nevis Facts and History
Holidays around Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis on Crutches
A Night on Ben Nevis
Walkers share their Stories
Ben Nevis part of Three Peaks
Pole Dancing on Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis c1960
Walks up Snowdon
Snowdon Facts and History
Holidays in Snowdonia
Travelling to Snowdon
Miners and PYG Tracks
The Llanberis Path
Miners Path/Rangers Path
Snowdon Facts and History
Holidays in Snowdonia
Travelling to Snowdon
Miners and PYG Tracks
The Llanberis Path
Miners Path/Rangers Path
Three Peaks Challenge
Three Peaks Part 1
Three Peaks Part 2
Three Peaks Driver's View
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Three Peaks Part 1
Three Peaks Part 2
Three Peaks Driver's View
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