Explore Fort William & the Highlands
At the heart of the Scottish Highlands
Glenaladale Apartments puts you in an ideal position to enjoy Fort William and explore some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery.
From Britain’s highest mountain and the dramatic landscapes of Glen Nevis to Glenfinnan, Glencoe and the Road to the Isles, there is an extraordinary amount to discover within easy reach.
Whether your perfect Highland day involves walking, mountain biking, sightseeing, photography, history or simply taking the scenic road and seeing where it leads, Fort William makes an exceptional base.
Ben Nevis & Glen Nevis
Mountains on your doorstep
Fort William lies at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, surrounded by some of the finest mountain scenery in Scotland.
For experienced and properly equipped walkers, climbing Ben Nevis is one of the great Highland days out. You certainly do not have to reach the summit, however, to enjoy the area.
Nearby Glen Nevis offers beautiful walks, waterfalls, woodland and dramatic mountain scenery, making it equally rewarding for visitors who prefer to explore at a gentler pace.
Our advice: Highland weather and mountain conditions can change quickly. If heading into the hills, check the forecast, choose a route appropriate to your experience and go properly equipped.
Glenfinnan & the Road to the Isles
One of Scotland’s great journeys
Head west from Fort William and the scenery changes almost mile by mile.
At Glenfinnan, visit the famous viaduct and monument before continuing along the Road to the Isles towards the west coast.
The railway between Fort William and Mallaig is one of the most celebrated routes in Britain. The Jacobite steam train travels this line, although the same spectacular railway can also be enjoyed on regular scheduled services.
From Mallaig, ferries provide connections to the Small Isles and beyond.
Nevis Range
See the Highlands from above
Just outside Fort William, Nevis Range offers walking, mountain biking, snowsports and spectacular Highland views.
Its mountain gondola travels to around 650 metres on Aonach Mòr, giving access to viewpoint walks overlooking Ben Nevis, Loch Linnhe, Loch Eil and the Great Glen.
It is a good option even for visitors who have no intention of climbing a mountain: ride up, enjoy the views and take one of the shorter walks from the upper station.
Glencoe & beyond
Take the long way round
Around 15 miles south of Fort William lies Glencoe, one of the most dramatic landscapes in Scotland.
It is an easy destination for a day of walking, sightseeing or simply stopping regularly to take in the scenery.
In the other direction, follow the Great Glen towards Spean Bridge, Loch Lochy and Loch Ness, or make a longer day of it and continue towards Inverness.
Closer to Fort William you can also discover Neptune’s Staircase and the Caledonian Canal, the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, local castles, museums and distilleries.
However you spend the day…
Come back to your own space
- Climb a mountain.
- Ride the gondola.
- Follow the railway to the coast.
- Explore Glencoe, Glenfinnan, Mull & the islands.
- Tick off the famous film locations*.
- Or simply take a drive beside the lochs and stop when somewhere catches your eye.
Then return to Glenaladale, put your feet up and plan tomorrow.
*James Bond, Highlander, Harry Potter, Braveheart, Monty Python & the Holy Grail, Local Hero, Monarch of the Glen, Outlander, Trainspotting, Mary Queen of Scots, Game of Thrones, to name but a few (please don’t make me do a separate page for this…)