Explore the magnificent Great Glen Way, a spectacular long-distance trail stretching 117 km (73 miles) from Fort William to Inverness, following Scotland’s iconic Great Glen fault line through some of the Highlands’ most breathtaking scenery.

Walk along the shores of Loch Lochy, Loch Oich, and the legendary Loch Ness, passing through ancient woodlands, historic towns, and dramatic glens, with highlights including Ben Nevis, Urquhart Castle, and the Caledonian Canal.

This map book provides all the detailed mapping you need to walk the Great Glen Way:

• Features 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey (OS) maps
• Covers the entire trail from Fort William to Inverness
• Suitable for walking the trail in either direction
• Compact and easy to carry, perfect for your jacket pocket or backpack
• For step-by-step route descriptions, an accompanying Cicerone guidebook, ‘Walking the Great Glen Way,’ is also available
• Part of a comprehensive series for Scotland’s long-distance walkers

Set out with confidence and enjoy the unforgettable landscapes, rich history, and Highland hospitality along the Great Glen Way.

Seasons

Low-lying, so it is possible to walk the Great Glen Way at most times of year. Accommodation is often busy in summer, and midges are out! Daylight is short in winter with fewer accommodation options.

Centres

Inverness, Drumnadrochit, Invermoriston, Fort Augustus, North Laggan, Gairlochy, Fort William

Difficulty

The Great Glen Way is 5-6 day low-level waymarked National Trail, with a range of facilities along the way. An ideal introduction to long-distance walking.

Must See

Views of the highlands, fascinating clan history, Caledonian canal, wildlife (including, possibly, the Loch Ness monster)

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