Where is glenfinnan

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Find the latest information on travel, and Good to Go Covid-safe businesses. Scattered along the main road, Glenfinnan is situated at the head of Loch Shiel which stretches south west for 20 miles to Acharacle. We'd also like to set optional analytics cookies to help us improve it. We won't set optional cookies unless you enable them or accept our recommended settings. Using this tool will set a cookie on your device to remember your preferences.

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Moving tribute to those who died fighting for the Jacobite cause, framed by dramatic Highland scenery. Surrounded by mountains on the shores of Loch Shiel, Glenfinnan Monument is a Highland gem and a tranquil spot from which to imagine the day when one of the most important events in Scottish history began here: the Jacobite Rising.

After raising the royal standard flag and sharing a brandy, they set off on a fateful campaign to regain the British throne for a Stuart king. In , the 18m-high monument was built as a poignant reminder of the clansmen who gave their lives to the Jacobite cause. Today you can climb to the top and stand beside the lone Highlander for a unique Highland panorama. The viaduct, and the Jacobite Steam Train that services Glenfinnan village, are featured in several of the popular Harry Potter films as the Hogwarts Express and the route it takes to the school.

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Where To See. We think Glenfinnan is probably worth a visit. The wee two-car train on the Glenfinnan Viaduct seems very small! Glenaladale from Loch Shiel. The Prince stayed here overnight before continuing up the loch to rally the clans in A little road goes underneath the Glenfinnan Viaduct, which you reach on foot. Looking south, down Loch Shiel, into the sun. Glenfinnan Monument is left of centre. Note this picture was taken on the 1st day of October. Yes, as late in the year as that and the midges that day were still horrendous.

Cruising Loch Shiel, aboard Sileas. Robbie aka Rupee the Border Terrier watches out for sea eagles. Road to the Isles running east-west but see grey dots an interesting circular route to the south of it. You may find those famous sands totally over-run with campervans, by the way.