Scenic route
Glencoe
Fort William, United Kingdom
A dramatic glen of steep mountains and brooding history.
Town · United Kingdom · Scotland
Fort William
A Highland outdoor hub at the foot of Ben Nevis, close to Glencoe and the Glenfinnan Viaduct.
about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Fort William matters
Fort William calls itself the outdoor capital of the UK, and it earns the title. Ben Nevis towers over town, Glencoe is a short drive south, and the Jacobite steam train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct to the west. The town itself is simple, but its position among mountains, sea lochs and forest trails makes it a prime base for hikers, cyclists and photographers.
Talking points
- Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles.
- Glencoe is among the most dramatic valleys in Scotland.
- The Jacobite steam train runs from here in summer.
- The Caledonian Canal's Neptune's Staircase is nearby.
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What to see in Fort William
Mountain
Ben Nevis
Fort William, United Kingdom
The highest mountain in the British Isles, with a long path from Glen Nevis.
Viewpoint
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Fort William, United Kingdom
A curving railway viaduct famous from the Harry Potter films.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.