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Loch Lomond

The idyllic Loch Lomond northwest of Glasgow is Britain's largest lake and according to Walter Scott "The Queen of Scottish Lakes". While the plentiful stocks of trout, salmon and whitefish attract anglers from far afield, the many day-trippers, not to mention the watersports enthusiasts, walkers and those in search of rest and relaxation are drawn by the wonderful scenery around the lake.

Must-see attractions nearby:
Boat trips on the "Maid of the Loch" give visitors a chance to admire the beauty of the lake and its surroundings. It is possible to climb Ben Lomond (3,192ft/973m) from Rowardennen and appreciate the waters from a different angle as well as admire the views to the east. Loch Lomond is often the first stop for tourers heading north along the Western Highland Way which runs from Glasgow through the beautiful Argyll countryside to Fort William. Cameron House at the south end of Loch Lomond is an excellent place to savor the romance of a Scottish castle, breathe in the lakeside air and enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities.

On the bonnie, bonnie banks o' Loch Lomond

An old folk song about Loch Lomond which is sung the world over is one reason why the lake attracts so many sightseers. The verses tell of two Scottish soldiers after the Jacobite uprising of 1745. One is said to have been executed in Carlisle, but the other was free to roam the "bonnie, bonnie banks o' Loch Lomond". This "national anthem" came to symbolize the melancholy of homesick Scottish emigrants.
Address
Loch Lomond, Stirling and Trossachs Tourist Office
Old Town Jail
St John Street
Stirling FK8 1EA
Scotland

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Balloch Castle, Scotland
(Near Glasgow)
The parklands of Balloch Castle are situated on the east bank of the lake and on the ground floor a museum documents the development of the region.
Address
Balloch Tourist Office
Old Station House, Balloch Road
Balloch G83 8LQ
Scotland
Hours
April 1 to September 30
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October 1 to March 31
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Parking
Free
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Typical Visit
1 hour
Bucinch and Ceardach
Bucinch and Ceardach are two small uninhabited islands in Loch Lomond.
Tips
No designated landing place.
Rowardennan - Ben Lomond
Ben Lomond rises from the east shore of Loch Lomond. It is situated in a sheep-farming area and surrounded by the summits of Ptarmigan, Sron Aonaich and Beinn Uird. The area offers exhilarating walks and spectacular views.
Address
Ben Lomond
Ardess Lodge
Rowardennan G63 0AR
Scotland
Sun setting on Loch Lomond.
Calm waters of Loch Lomond.
View of the Luss Hills and Loch Lomond.
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