Welcome To Glenfinnan
Introduction To Glenfinnan
Glenfinnan is a small peaceful hamlet located between Fort William and Mallaig, just at the head of Loch Shiel.​ Glenfinnan is famous for its nature beauty and its viaduct that appears in the Harry Potter movies, this stunning viaduct stretches 300m at a height of 30m with an amazing mountain backdrop.
Things To Do In Glenfinnan
Glenfinnan Viaduct
The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a viaduct located in Glenfinnan. The viaduct was built from 1897 to 1901 and is famous for its appearance in the Harry Potter movies.
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The Glenfinnann mounment represents the 1745 Jacobite rising. The monument sits on the shore of Loch shiel and is Surrounded by Scottish mountains.​
Loch shiel
Loch Shiel is a large freshwater Loch in Scotland which is 28km long. It is the 4th largest loch in Scotland with a depth of 120 m deep. The loch is located at the base of Glenfinnan and is easily accessible.
Loch Eilt is a small freshwater Loch in-between Glenfinnan and Mallaig. The Loch is 5km in length and 0.5km wide. The Loch has a few small island in which you can explore.
Places To Stay In Glenfinnan
Glenfinnan is a stunning hamlet located in the Scottish Highlands. Glenfinnan is an amazing adventure base as it is surrounded by the most popular mountains in Scotland. Glenfinnan has a few different types of accommodation in area.
Visit the link to find your desired property and your desired location in Glenfinnan for your wonderful stay in one of the Highlands greatest locations.
Walks In Glenfinnan
Glenfinnan is a very popular area in the Scottish Highlands with plenty of people passing by and staying every day. Glenfinnan is one of the best places in the UK for adventurous activities hiking being one of them. Glenfinnan is surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and is home to some of the most popular walks in the Scottish Highlands. There is a variety of walks around Glenfinnan varying in difficulty and length to suit beginner hikers and more experienced hikers. Below are some of the breath taking walks within the Glenfinnan area that the highlands has to offer.
Glenfinnan Hiking Trails
1. Glenfinnan Viaduct Circular
Distance - 3.9 km
Time - 1 h
Elevation - 89 m
Difficulty - Easy
This gentle scenic low level trail takes in the incredible view and multiple prespectives of the Glenfinnan viadcut famous from the Harry Potter movies. This trail then loops round by Loch shiel and past Glenfinnan and back to the start point. Find this route here
2. Loch Eilt
Distance - 13 km
Time - 3 h
Elevation - 240 m
Difficulty - Moderate
This trail that runs along Loch Eilt is very popular due the the Lochs appearances in a few Harry Potter movies. This trail is fairly low level and steady and is great for taking a nice for taking in the outstanding natural beauty of the surrounding Loch and Scottish Mountains. Find this route here
3. Dubh Lighe
Distance - 4.7 km
Time - 1 30 h
Elevation - 207 m
Difficulty - Easy
This short route to the summit of Dubh Lighe is a nice steady walk near Glenfinnan. At the summit of Dube Lighe you will get incredible views on Loch Shiel and the mountain in which surround this stunning Loch. This walk is ideal for a nice family day out. Find this route here