Loch Ness

#europetrip Driving along the perimeter of Loch Ness (often part of the larger North Coast 500 or a trip to Fort William) offers continuously spectacular scenery. The A82 road runs along the western side, providing the most direct route and easy access to towns and castles. However, for a quieter, more remote experience, take the B862 on the eastern side (often called the "South Loch Ness Trail"). This route is narrower and higher, offering elevated views across the loch and a greater sense of solitude. The scale of the loch—it holds more water than all the lakes in England and Wales combined—is best appreciated when driving its full length. A vital and stunning scenic drive on any Scottish #europetrip itinerary.