Gruinard Bay – reddish beach against a mountainous backdropGruinard Bay, on the rugged west coast of the Scottish Highlands, shelters pink sandy beaches with turquoise waters rolling in.
Falls of Shin – Waterfall with salmon jumpThe waterfall of the small river Shin roars through a narrow rock cut. To get to their breeding grounds, salmon have to overcome the fast current with wild leaps. A fascinating spectacle. The valley that the River Shin cuts into the landscape is overgrown with trees, ferns and mosses. Branches with red berries bend down […]
Jacobite Steam Train – the Harry Potter trainA journey by steam train through a magical landscape – so magical that it appears several times as a backdrop in the Harry Potter films. The Hogwarts Express travelled along the route to Mallaig.
Kilt Rock – a rock like a kiltHis resemblance to the tartan pattern of the kilt earned this coastline the name Kilt Rock. In the past, sailors used it as an important landmark. Today, it is mostly admired by tourists.
Elgol – Mountains, sea and ancient storiesThis view is second to none: From the harbour at Elgol on the Isle of Skye, visitors can see right into the black heart of the Black Cuillin massif. Wonderful!
Neist Point – powerful island finish in the westThe end of the Isle of Skye comes with a thunderclap: Neist Point, on the far west of the island, features an impressive interplay of cliffs and sea.
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.
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.
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.
