GERMAN trip off heading to SCOTLAND 8 days end sept (what,s to see)

[bimota]

hi guys,

seen alot of europe over 30 yrs, my german trips off so to stay in the UK heading to SCOTLAND end of september for 8 days, now no camping all b&b ,

now only been there once about 20 yrs ago so can only remember glen coe, wife has relatives that were going to see at OBAN for a visit want to see glencoe again,

so the rest is up to you guys thats done scotland that can point me where to see and must visit

looking forward to reply's

cheers

rob

 

[MattR]

There’s some nice rides to be had from the Hellensborough area down the side of loch gaol looking down into faslane etc. If you’re lucky you might see a sub coming in or out. Very wild coastline but with reasonable roads. Often overlooked. Then Loch Lomond which is a bit more touristy but very pretty and of course you have to ride around Loch Ness

Are you going to ride the NC500? Haven’t done myself yet but it looks good


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[bimota]

other than glencoe, oban to see relatives and loch ness i,m looking for inspirastion i,vr heard people mention the 500 but know nothing about it
had all my 35 yrs of touring in europe to be honest

rob

 

[Squibb]

There is a pretty decent website for the NC500 ........... https://www.northcoast500.com/explore-the-route/

Bikers are recommended to go ant-clockwise, if that makes sense.

Just be aware that the Scottish Gov is very sensitive to Covid spikes & can instigate lockdowns in an instant, so take care.

 

[Boris]

I went to Scotland on the bike for a week, in 2018 and 2019. It’s a stunning place, with great roads and some proper epic scenery. We rented a house in Fort Augustus and day tripped out from there each day, with round trips of 120 to 200 miles. We also stayed out overnight when we visited Jon O Groats.

Done lots of the NC500, which in the main is pretty good, however much of it is single lane with frequent passing points. Whilst still enjoyable, it’s not the twisty flowing stuff us biker types like. Note, it’s not ALL single lane, but plenty is.

I’ll check out some of the routes I did and add on to this post....

Invergarry - A87 all the way to Skye. Eilean Donan castle en route.

A835 to Ullapool.

A890 from Nostie to Strathcarron and onto Applecross.

A830 Fort William to Mallaig. Glenfinnan Viaduct en route.

The A832 to and beyond Gairloch.

There are so many good roads, you’ll struggle not to find them. Although not a huge problem, I saw more deer in Scotland, some of them big deer, than any other trip I’ve been on, and I’ve been riding across lots and lots of Europe since the mid 80s. Just beware!

 

[Sierra1]

. . . . If you’re lucky you might see a sub coming in or out. . . .

Does the UK use Holy Loch for subs? I know the US used to use it for Tridents, but I think I read somewhere they discontinued that. I was on a 688, so never got the pleasure to go there.

 

[yoyo]

Local RoSPA group up every year, I went last May, on 5 days so it's a busy one.
Day 1 Glan Usk Cafe to Kelso
Day 2 Kelso to Portree Isle of Skye
Day 3 Portree to Ullapool (via Apple Cross)
Day 4 Ullapool to Drymen
Day 5 Drymen to home

The must see places for me where Glen Coe of course and Balach Na Ba, the pass over Apple Cross. If you like single track roads it's stunning. You could easily spend a day on the Isle of Skye too, so many views and great roads.

Some of the boys are going up on the 15th September, Lisa and I were booked to go but I've pulled out of it, loads going on.

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[Saint rob]

Check out this site, there are a couple of good suggested itineraries for the NC500 with loads of suggestions for things to look out for

Detailed 7 Day North Coast 500 Road Trip Itinerary - Independent Travel Cats

The North Coast 500 is the most popular road trip in Scotland and we’ve put together a comprehensive 7 day North Coast 500 itinerary to help drivers navigate this driving route. This detailed day-by-day 1 week North Coast 500 road trip itinerary covers all the basic details (mileage, general...

independenttravelcats.com

 

[Checkswrecks]

I hate you.
[j/k]

Retired a year ago and there was supposed to be a big Euro ride for me this summer.

Ahh well. Once 2020 is past.

 

[Don T]

Maybe you can find some inspiration in my RR from 2018:

Return of the Vikings – 3 weeks raid around the UK.

This would be our (my girlfriend Katrine and I) 3rd visit to the UK on 2 wheels. The first time was back in 2007 and then again in 2013. Both times we...

advrider.com

 

[PhilPhilippines]

Maybe you can find some inspiration in my RR from 2018:

Return of the Vikings – 3 weeks raid around the UK.

This would be our (my girlfriend Katrine and I) 3rd visit to the UK on 2 wheels. The first time was back in 2007 and then again in 2013. Both times we...

advrider.com

Just spent some quality time on your link. Great write up.

 

[fac191]

I rented a 1 bedroom cottage for 5 days a few miles up from Portree on Skye, awesome. First time going there are lots of options. Your problem is Oban as it pulls you out of shape. I wouldnt try to do any of the Nc 500 deal. Plus it could be busy. Rob Argyle is really nice, as your going to Oban you could do all the coast of it ( but not Bute ) and end up in Oban. From there i would ride up to Fort Augustus ( or just before it ) stop over. Then take the Old Military Road on the right side of Loch Ness its a single track mostly but your right next to the water and its much quieter. Follow that road then peel off right before Inverness pick up th A9, then i would ride around the Cairngorms, pick up rhe B970 from Coylumbridge and head North to Nethy Bridge then Tommintol, Cock Bridge, Ballater, Braemar, from there Pitlockry is nice place to stay. Fitting in the A82 with Glencoe is a detour aswell. Scotland is kinda the more you try to do the less you see sort of place. Im sure there will be more suggestions, but what i put up there takes in alot of great roads and scenery. Oh and i havent even mentioned the local tipple.

 

[fac191]

Does the UK use Holy Loch for subs? I know the US used to use it for Tridents, but I think I read somewhere they discontinued that. I was on a 688, so never got the pleasure to go there.

We moved them when we found out they were being used solely used to house Single Malt. Naturally the Single Malt was disposed of humanely, possibly with a Cigar.

 

[fac191]

 

[PhilPhilippines]

Skye is amazingly beautiful. In fact, the West Coast of Scotland has some of the finest scenery I have seen.

If you ever get the opportunity take the Mallaig to Fort William train just before sunset. Port side***. Breathtaking.

TBH I want to go again, at least three times. ***Starboard side sunset (I was glued to the port side so it may be better ). And, port and starboard side during the day.

 

[fac191]

Skye is amazingly beautiful. In fact, the West Coast of Scotland has some of the finest scenery I have seen.

If you ever get the opportunity take the Mallaig to Fort William train just before sunset. Port side***. Breathtaking.

TBH I want to go again, at least three times. ***Starboard side sunset (I was glued to the port side so it may be better ). And, port and starboard side during the day.

I have ridden it i think its the harry potter bridge road. Its a dead end.

 

[fac191]

Skye is amazingly beautiful. In fact, the West Coast of Scotland has some of the finest scenery I have seen.

If you ever get the opportunity take the Mallaig to Fort William train just before sunset. Port side***. Breathtaking.

TBH I want to go again, at least three times. ***Starboard side sunset (I was glued to the port side so it may be better ). And, port and starboard side during the day.

 

[Onenoodles]

Is your Germany trip off due to Covid mate? ... might be ok by Sept?

 

[bimota]

Is your Germany trip off due to Covid mate? ... might be ok by Sept?

i started this last year 2019 the trip was off, with the lock downs in Wales i didn,t get to Scotland either, hoping to go to Bavaria This year now
but still holding my breath

 

[Onenoodles]

i started this last year 2019 the trip was off, with the lock downs in Wales i didn,t get to Scotland either, hoping to go to Bavaria This year now
but still holding my breath

I never look at thread dates pal ... sometimes answer stuff years old!!!!
Love Bavaria ... just hope that somehow France gets a grip and we get the nod for travel ... itching to get away, keep changing plans between Bosnia or Sardinia but I think thats through boredom ... pretty certain I will be doing the Balkans if I can get in