Scorrybreac Circuit – beautiful walk near PortreeScorrybreac was once home to the Chief of the Nicolsons on the Isle of Skye. Today, a circular trail leads through the history of the clan.
Loch Coruisk – Dreamlike loch between rugged mountains on SkyeLike a dark magic mirror, Loch Coruisk lies hemmed in by craggy mountain peaks amidst the mountains of Skye. No road leads to it. Coruisk is one of Scotland’s most beautiful but also one of its most remote lochs. The loch is dotted with small islands and rocks. Around it tower the black Cuillins – it’s eerily quiet.
Coire na Creiche – site of the last clan battle on Skye.A battle in the shadow of black mountains, Corie na Creiche saw the last great clash between Clan MacDonald and MacLeod in 1601.
Coir’ a’ Ghrunnda – enchanting loch in the mountains of SkyeA mixture of mysticism, the moon, and Mordor greets the wanderer who sets out for Coir’ a’ Ghrunnda. The way there is not difficult – and yet leads into another world.. Coir’ a’ Ghrunnda can be thought of this way: Nestled in the Black Cuillins – the black mountains of Skye – is a valley […]
Old Man of Storr – Skye’s fierce guardian of the mountainsIt majestically overlooks the rugged mountains of north Skye. The Old Man of Storr is a beautiful, gigantic rock needle. The landscape behind it is a magnificent backdrop.
Fairy Glen – where the fairies live on the Isle of SkyeTo the right of the main road dwell the fairies. And they have beautifully cultivated their garden. It is the Fairy Glen – visitors are welcome here
Quiraing Viewpoint – the most beautiful view on SkyeThe road winds upwards along the steep massif. Once on the pass, a magnificent view opens up over the Quiraing to the bay of Staffin.
Coral Beach – special sandy beach of the Isle of SkyeThe Isle of Skye is rather known for cliffs and mountains. But at Loch Dunvegan lies a very special sandy beach, which can only be reached by walking: it is the Coral Beaches at Claigan. The Isle of Skye has around 500 kilometres of coastline to offer. But sandy beaches are few and far between. […]
Bealach na Gaoithe – breathtaking view of the Torridon MassifThe road is a dead end – but it leads to the viewpoint of the Bealach na Gaoithe. Those who drive it are rewarded with a unique view.
Gutcher’s Isle – Hike to the split rock at the Solway FirthA small sandy beach behind a rocky outcrop, with the vast sea beyond – this is what a trip to Gutcher’s Isle and the Bogle Hole shows.
