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Glenfinnan, Scotland

From series “Nooks and Villages That Are More Colorful Than Top Touristic Destinations”
In Scotland, fans of exploring unusual and picturesque places are sure to visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct. This historic landmark is located in the incredibly beautiful surroundings. The viaduct is also known due to the fact that Hogwarts Express passes through it. The world-famous sight is located in the immediate vicinity of the village of Glenfinnan, which is also notable for its colorful sights and scenery.

Glenfinnan, Scotland In addition to the picturesque old houses, you can see a nice church that was built in 1873 and, since then, remains unchanged. The picturesque village is ideal for those who have long wanted to stay away from the noisy tourist places. The surrounding area is incredibly beautiful and may be ideal for hiking and cycling.

For many years, the old viaduct remains the undisputed symbol of these picturesque places. The structure surrounded by green hills and meadows looks incredibly impressive. These places attract not only admirers of nature and historical sites, but also filmmakers from around the world who shoot some of the most important scenes here. In recent years, the Glenfinnan Viaduct became widely known thanks to the Harry Potter films. Today, it is the most famous railway bridge, not only in Scotland, but also in the world. Next - Monsanto


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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'ATM (Morrisons Fort William)' located in 21 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Practical Car & Van Rental' is located in 16 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'W M Morrisons Petrol Station' in 21 km
Supermarket: 'The Co-operative Food - Corpach' in 19 km
Parking: 'A830' in 0.94 km
Apotheek: 'Semichem Fort William' in 21 km
Police station: 'Police Scotland' in 20 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Glenfinnan House' in 0.46 km
Railway station: 'Glenfinnan' in 0.64 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Oban Airport OBN - in 44 km
 »  Inverness Airport INV - in 112 km
 »  Glasgow Airport GLA - in 127 km
 »  Perth Airport PSL - in 135 km
 »  RAF Kinloss Airport FSS - in 143 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Glenfinnan

The Prince's House Hotel

Located in 0 km from Glenfinnan
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Rooms: 9
Each room at Prince's House has a TV with satellite channels, and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms boast views of the surrounding hills, elegant … More: photo, rates and booking
Ardarroch Cottage

Located in 10 km from Glenfinnan
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Rooms: 2
Each room at Ardarroch Cottage has an en suite bathroom, satellite TV and seating area, with a double or king size bed. There are tea and coffee … More: photo, rates and booking
Campfield House

Located in 19 km from Glenfinnan
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Rooms: 3
All comfortable rooms have en suite facilities and a Freeview TV. Some rooms have stunning views over the loch. An inclusive full English breakfast … More: photo, rates and booking
Tigh Marall

Located in 20 km from Glenfinnan
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Rooms: 2
Rooms at Tigh Marall are light and elegant in style, and come with a luxury tea/coffee machine, homemade shortbread, a TV, and iPod docking station. … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

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Fingals Cave
72 km - Fingals Cave
In Scotland one of the most colorful and amazing caves is located on the island of Staffa. Fingal’s Cave is also known as the Melodious Cave, attracts researchers and curious tourists with its unique acoustics. Streams of air falling into the interior of the cave are …
Inveraray Castle
73 km - Inveraray Castle
Inveraray Castle has its own outstanding story. It was built in a picturesque mountain area in the western Scotland. The castle looks like a castle in a Gothic style than a fortress. Tourists and locals like to walk in the nearby area. The main material for the …
Urquhart Castle
79 km - Urquhart Castle
Urquhart Castle sits beside Loch Ness Lake in the Highlands of Scotland. Today the castle is partly ruined but still attracts tourists. Most people come to the shores of the lake to see Nessy and in addition visit this old castle. ##Urquhart Castle was established in …
Kilt Falls
88 km - Kilt Falls
There are some magnificent waterfalls in Scotland. Kilt Falls remains one of the most famous and visited among them. In comparison with the world waterfall leaders its height is very small and is about 90 meters. It is precisely the location that makes this natural …
Dunvegan Castle
94 km - Dunvegan Castle
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