Trundling Through the Trossachs
Marvel in the magic of mystical Scotland
Scotland is home to some of Europe’s largest dark sky areas. Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond make up one such area thanks to the fact there is very little light pollution. This means they present some of the greatest sky views this side of the equator.
Loch Lomond to Glencoe
- 1 day
- 114 miles
- £2.85 avg. fuel cost
Top three road trip gems...
Location: Loch Lomond
Come along to Sea Life and meet some of the most feared predators that roam the seabed including the Mighty Peacock Mantis Shrimp and the Giant Japanese Spider Crab.
Location: Ben Lomond Way, Balloch, Alexandria G83 8QL
In keeping with the theme of intriguing animals, the Birds of Prey Centre in Loch Lomond, plays home to Kestrels, Falcons, and a wide array of owls, among much more.
Location: Loch Leven, Kinross
Known as the UK’s outdoor capital, this corner of the UK is awash with natural beauty. Take a kayak out into the loch and witness the myriad of wildlife up close and personal.
Awash With Natural Beauty
Alongside the distinctive nightscapes, wildlife is rife in the area, so prepare yourself to witness the likes of majestic golden eagles hunting for the prey or red squirrels darting through the flora. Call into the Trossachs visitor centre to watch live CCTV footage of ospreys, red squirrels, and water voles.
Glencoe
Drive through Lochaber Geopark and discover the history behind Glencoe and what makes it so uniquely intriguing — a rich volcanic past. It is hard to imagine a more beautiful place in the world once you arrive in Glencoe. It is part of the reason why filmmakers from around the globe have included it in major films — including Skyfall and Harry Potter.