Glencoe National Nature Reserve ***

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Looking west in to Glen Coe, Theee Sisters on the left, Courtesy Tony Gillanders

Description:

Glencoe is undoubtedly one of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes, and I highly recommend entering the glen from the east for an unforgettable experience. This stunningly beautiful valley is one of Scotland’s most famous glens, located alongside the A82, approximately 25 km south of Fort William. Glencoe is flanked by the mysterious Aonach Eagach ridge on one side and the majestic Three Sisters—Beinn Fhada, Gearr Aonach, and Aonach Dubh—on the other. It's impossible not to pause and take in the magnificent sights of Glencoe, and fortunately, there are plenty of parking spots available along the route to accommodate visitors.

Arriving from the south to Glencoe you pass through Rannoch Moor, before being welcomed by the massive pyramid shaped mountain of Buachaille Etive Mor, often crowned by low clouds and dominating the skyline ahead. Coming from Fort William you pass through the village of Onich before crossing the Ballachulish bridge, with Loch Leven and Loch Linnhe greeting you on either side. In fact, Glencoe is so popular that, at times, it might be busier than you maybe expected.

Glencoe is also known for the despicable 'murder under trust', the massacre of Glencoe, that took place in 1692.