Loch Lomond and The Trossachs

This is where tourism began: amongst the hills of the Trossachs and the ‘bonnie banks’ of Loch Lomond - more than two centuries ago. Visitors have been enjoying the area ever since. The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park was the first designated national park in Scotland and covers 720 sq miles (1,865 sq km) with 21 peaks over 3000ft (914m) in height, including the famous Ben Lomond, towering over the loch. The area is popular but somehow still peaceful (if you know where to go!)

Ben Lomond and the lovely lochside villages

Ben Lomond, towering over the loch. The area is popular but somehow still peaceful (if you know where to go!) Around the loch are attractive little villages such as Luss, Drymen and Balmaha - well worth exploring.

The Trossachs - where tourism began

Further east, the Trossachs are also famed for their scenic qualities. The road that climbs high above the gateway community of Aberfoyle, then winds its way down to Loch Katrine is really the way into the very heart of this delectable area.
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Loch Katrine, with its steamship trips and association with Sir Walter Scott’s poem ‘The Lady of the Lake’ can also be approached via Cllander, another important ‘gateway’ and a town that is busy with visitors all year round.

Rob Roy - Rogue or Romantic hero?

The eastern section of the National Park also takes in beautiful Loch Lubnaig and the Braes of Balquhidder - once the homeland of Clan Gregor and the famous - and real life - Rob Roy, a kind of Highland Robin Hood!