Place of interest Archive

Moffat – Sulphur, Sheep and Sweet Treats

Der Moffat Ram ist das Wahrzeichen des Ortes

Moffat lies at the heart of southern Scotland. A hub for walkers and spa guests. But there are other sights to discover here too.

Whithorn & Isle of Whithorn – Pilgrimage Site of Scottish Kings

In the Middle Ages, people came to Whithorn from every corner to pay homage to St Ninian. Whether Ninian of Whithorn ever actually existed, though, is another matter.

Scalpay – Fishermen, Concrete and Fine Dining

Two natural harbours and a beautiful lighthouse make the Isle of Scalpay a paradise. Visitors will find lovely nature and fine food here.

Italian Chapel on Orkney – the Miracle of Camp 60

To the Italian prisoners of war, Orkney must have seemed like hell. So they built themselves a piece of heaven: today, the Italian Chapel moves its visitors

Mingulay – The Southern Paradise of the Outer Hebrides

Ein Sandstrand umrahmt von grünen Hügeln, in der Mitte eine Felsnase. Türkisblaues Meerwasser rollt sacht an den Strand, der Himmel ist blau.

No one lives here anymore, but nature thrives all the more. The trip to the Isle of Mingulay at the southern tip of the Outer Hebrides is a beautiful adventure.

Well of the Seven Heads – The Keppoch Murders and Their Atonement

Die Spitze eines Denkmals mit aus Stein gemeißelten Köpfen und einer Hand mit einer Dolch darauf.

On the road between Loch Ness and Fort William stands a monument. At its top: seven gruesome heads. Here’s the story behind the Well of the Seven Heads.

Brough of Deerness, The Gloup and the Mull Head Reserve

Ein Blick auf eine felsige Landzunge, die durch eine Spalte vom Land abgeschnitten und nur durch einen engen Pfad zu erreichen ist.

Surely one of the most beautiful landscapes on Orkney Mainland. In the Mull Head Nature Reserve, nature, history and geology come together in perfect harmony.

Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway – A Train Ride into the Past

Der Dampfzug verlässt den Bahnhof von Bo'ness

A romantic excursion into Scottish railway history. On the Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway, passengers marvel at steam locomotives and old stations.

Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre – Scotland’s Great Victory in 3D

The most important victory of the Scots over the English also has a magnificent monument to show for it. At the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre you can relive the battle – even in 3D. “Here lies our land: every airt – Beneath swift clouds, glad glints of sun, – Belonging to none but itself.” […]

Aoineadh Mòr – A Beautiful, Sad Place

For almost 150 years, Aoineadh Mòr slumbered unnoticed in the forest of Morvern. Forestry workers discovered it, and today the village tells its sad story.