Great Glen Way - Fort William To Inverness

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Discover the Great Glen Way, a scenic 79-mile trek from Fort William to Inverness that follows the stunning Great Glen faultline. This guide offers everything you need for a week-long adventure through the Scottish Highlands, including detailed maps and insider tips.

Your complete companion for walking the Great Glen Way, from start to finish.

This all-in-one guide is designed for walkers tackling the Great Glen Way long-distance path, which begins where the West Highland Way ends at Fort William and stretches to Inverness. Along the way, you’ll pass iconic spots like Loch Lochy, Loch Oich, and Loch Ness, as well as the Caledonian Canal towpath.

The walk is generally easy and perfect for a week-long trip, but there’s also a more challenging route between Fort Augustus and Drumnadrochit that rewards with spectacular mountain views. This second edition has been fully updated and re-walked to provide the most accurate information.

Inside, you’ll find:

• 38 highly detailed walking maps at a scale just under 1:20,000, offering the largest and most precise maps available for this route.
• Unique map features including walking times, directions, tricky junctions, places to stay, eat, and points of interest-created by walkers for walkers.
• Comprehensive guides to accommodation, pubs, and restaurants across 15 towns and villages, including Fort William and Inverness.
• Itineraries suited for all walkers, whether you’re covering the entire trail or just enjoying day walks and short breaks.
• Detailed public transport information with bus and train options for all access points.
• Practical advice catering to all budgets.
• Recommendations on what to see and where to eat, with reviews of cafes, teashops, pubs, restaurants, and takeaways.
• Accommodation reviews covering hostels, campsites, bunkhouses, B&Bs, and hotels.
• Downloadable GPS waypoints to help you navigate with ease.

The guide is authored by Scottish hillwalker Jim Manthorpe, ensuring expert insight and trustworthy advice throughout your journey.

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