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Fort Augustus may be a small town of only 400 people but it is always a popular place with holiday makers in the summer months. Fort Augustus is in an excellent location, on the edge of Loch Ness between Fort William and Inverness you will find no shortage of things to do here.
Attractions
Things to do
There is plenty to do in Fort Augustus, you can try a boat trip on Loch Ness where you have an opportunity to see Nessie using the boats sonar equipment!
Then you may want to make the short trip up the road to Urquhart Castle. Its only a 15 min bus/car journey away and it has a perfect location overlooking Loch Ness.
There are also a multitude of walks around Fort Augustus, the perfect way to take in some of the breathtaking scenery on a sunny day.
Then you may want to make the short trip up the road to Urquhart Castle. Its only a 15 min bus/car journey away and it has a perfect location overlooking Loch Ness.
There are also a multitude of walks around Fort Augustus, the perfect way to take in some of the breathtaking scenery on a sunny day.
Great Glen Way
The Great Glen Way is one of Scotland's most popular walks. It runs from Fort William to Inverness and is a total of 73 miles long.People usually pass through Fort Augustus on the 3rd or 4th day depending on the route taken. Along the way there is some fantastic scenery and small towns full of character.
Useful Resources
- Fort Augustus Web Site
- Fort Augustus website with information on attractions, shops, maps and accommodation.
- Urquhart Castle
- Official website for Urquhart Castle with admission prices and opening times.
- Inverness Accommodation
- Accommodation for Inverness area
- Great Glen Way
- Excellent resource for Great Glen Way
