Berg Archive

Ullapool to Poolewe – the Wilderness Walk

50 kilometres straight across the wilderness, past imposing mountains, over rocky passes, to glorious lochs.

Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh and the seventeen coffins in the mountain

Mountaineering in the Scottish capital? You can! Arthur’s Seat is located right in the centre of Edinburgh. And it harbours many a spooky secret.

MacLeod’s Tables – the arrogance of Alasdair MacLeod

MacLeods Tables von Dunvegan aus gesehen

The two peaks of the MacLeods Tables proudly overlook the Duirinish peninsula on Skye. How did they get their name? Of course there is a story

Coire na Creiche – site of the last clan battle on Skye.

A battle in the shadow of black mountains, Corie na Creiche saw the last great clash between Clan MacDonald and MacLeod in 1601.

Old Man of Storr – Skye’s fierce guardian of the mountains

It majestically overlooks the rugged mountains of north Skye. The Old Man of Storr is a beautiful, gigantic rock needle. The landscape behind it is a magnificent backdrop.

Quiraing Viewpoint – the most beautiful view on Skye

The road winds upwards along the steep massif. Once on the pass, a magnificent view opens up over the Quiraing to the bay of Staffin.

Five Sisters of Kintail – a Striking Mountain Range

Five majestic peaks lined up behind a picturesque loch, wreathed in trailing cloud.