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Fort William, Scotland Cruise Port

Located on the eastern shore of Loch Linnhe, Fort William is a town in the Scottish Highlands. With a population of over 10,000, it’s the largest town and second largest settlement in the Highland Council area. The port lies at the foot of the grand Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain. Coaches are set up right beside the harbor to transport tourists with pre-booked tours. Otherwise, it’s a short walk into town which has a number of shops, restaurants, cafes, and a museum. The old fort was a replacement for a castle built to guard River Lochy’s entrance. Because of its mountainous locale, Fort William is a premiere site for hillwalking and climbing. There are trails for hiking, plus a downhill mountain bike track. The town is home to the only mountain gondola in the UK which offers a panoramic views as well as transport to the coffee shop atop Aonach Mor within the Nevis range.

 

  • An informative trip to the West Highland Museum will teach you about the WWII commandos who trained at the Achnacarry Estate, along with other interesting tidbits like how a Model-T was driven up and down Ben Nevis in 1911.
     
  • Take a daring hike around Steall Waterfall and bask in the stunning view of the nature around the magnificent flowing waterfall.
     
  • Known as the greatest railway journey in the world, the 84-mile round trip aboard the Jacobite Steam Train offers incredible scenery and fast-paced excitement.
     
  • Visit and gaze at St. Andrew’s Church and appreciate the breathtaking architecture and impressive acoustics. Feel free to stay for the Sunday service or light a candle for a loved one.
     

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