Städte und Orte Archive

Crail – a beautiful harbour town in Fife

Die Straße Shoregate hinunter zum Crail Harbour ist eingerahmt von alten Steinhäusern.

Small alleyways wind their way between old stone houses down to the fishing boats. The harbour town of Crail in Fife promises a romantic visit.

Battlefield of Culloden – the end of the mighty clans

Here it was over: the Highlanders’ dream of a Scottish king sitting on the British throne. Shattered in just one hour. A bloodbath that is still commemorated today by the memorial stones at Culloden

Falls of Dochart and Killin

The Falls of Dochart near Killin spill over many small and large rock steps. Here’s what makes the waterfalls so interesting.

The Hidden Lane – Glasgow’s hidden creative courtyard

Ein Haus mit hellblauer Fassade, an der Rosen wachsen, weiter hinten ein Haus mit roter Holzfassade.

At the end of an alley is a magical backyard. Artists and craftspeople have found a refuge here. A visit to Hidden Lane.

Glasgow City Chambers – the most beautiful town hall in Scotland

Glasgow has no castle and no palace – but inside the town hall is a magnificent palace of the people. And admission is still free.

Mallaig – Fishing village and hub to the islands

A lively fishing village at the end of a dream route through the Highlands. Mallaig in the west of Knoydart offers good reasons for a visit.