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Glencoe, Scotland

Glencoe or Glencoe Village is the main settlement in Glen Coe in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands. It lies at the north-west end of the glen, on the southern bank of the River Coe where it enters Loch Leven.

Type City

Why go

  • Village in the Lochaber area of Scotland.
  • Known for Weeping Glen Coe, Weeping Glencoe, Campbells, MacDonalds Massacre of Glencoe.
  • Served by Conaglen House Airstrip.

History

Glencoe or Glencoe Village is the main settlement in Glen Coe in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands. It lies at the north-west end of the glen, on the southern bank of the River Coe where it enters Loch Leven.

Airports

Oban Airport (OBN) 19 mi to the centre
North Connel, SCT, GB — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Conaglen House Airstrip 8 mi to the centre
SCT, GB
Outdoor
Glen Quoich Estate 30 mi to the centre
SCT, GB
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Corran Ferry
Ferry terminal · 5.7 mi from the centre
Outdoor
Corran Ferry (Ardgour)
Ferry terminal · 6 mi from the centre
Outdoor
Camusnagaul passenger ferry
Ferry terminal · 9.3 mi from the centre
Outdoor
Corran Ferry
Ferry route · Highland Council
Outdoor
Ardgour - Nether Lochaber
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Conaglen House Airstrip; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Corran Ferry, 5.7 mi); routes include Corran Ferry, Ardgour - Nether Lochaber.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Glencoe, Scotland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach