The Area

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Caledonian Canal

Fort Augustus

Please have a look at our history page to find out more about Fort Augustus

The Great Glen Way

A beautifully scenic 73 mile walk from Inverness to Fort William that follows the "Great Glen" - a glen (or valley) that runs from the East to the West coasts of the Scottish Highlands.

In the distant Geological past, the land either side of the Glen was separated by an ocean. Being reasonably level, it is one of the less strenuous of the long distance routes in the Highlands. the best views are walking north to south. If you have problems with accommodation elsewhere, Fort Augustus is linked by bus to most points along the route allowing you to stay more than one night at Bank House.

The Caledonian Canal

The Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea were joined when the Caledonian Canal was completed in 1822 having taken 17 years. It was now possible to sail the 60 miles from Loch Linnhe at Fort William, through Loch Lochy, Loch Oich and Loch Ness to reach Inverness. The five locks at Fort Augustus lift the water a total of 40ft.

Loch Ness
Loch Ness

Further Afield

The location of Bank House in Fort Augustus makes it an ideal spot for exploring much of the Highlands. Here are just a few ideas:

Double room
Ben Nevis

Glen Coe
Glen Coe

Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye

Urquhart Castle
Urquhart Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct, West Highland Line
Eileen Donan Castle
Eileen Donan Castle