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The West Highland Way
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Walking is something that we Brits cherish, something that we regard to be typically British. For many, there is nothing better than taking a nice long walk to relax and get away from it all on a Sunday afternoon. Today more and more people are also choosing to take walking holidays as a way of getting away and exploring the country. They are a fantastic way to experience the great outdoors across the country as well as a great way to keep fit and healthy.
When choosing the destination for your walking holiday you will also have the choice of difficulty that it will entail. For example when looking for walking holidays in Scotland you could choose a nice relaxing walk, perhaps along the Trossachs Trail. If on the other hand you wish to exert yourself and class yourself as an able walker, you could choose one of the more challenging walking holidays, perhaps taking the long walk on the Isle of Skye. The choice is yours and it really depends on what you want to gain from your holiday. Perhaps you want to have a mixture of both? You fancy taking it easy and enjoying the countryside but also want to challenge yourself. If so, you should consider taking on one of the most popular walks in Scotland, the West Highland Way, a stunning long distance walk.
The West Highland Way is one of the longest walks in Britain. It covers around 154 km and takes you from Milngave, just north of Glasgow up into the Scottish Highlands, where the walk finishes at Fort William. The walk allows you to take in the beauty and spectacular scenery that the Scottish highlands have to offer. Although the walk takes you through the towering mountains and picturesque lochs, you will also find the walk to be tough as much of the walk is up-hill and with many people taking the walk, some parts of the terrain have become eroded. For those who relish this type of challenge, there is also the additional option to climb up Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. You will come face to face with the beast at the end of the walk as you pass the foot of the mountain and some more daring walkers have chosen to celebrate their achievement by climbing it.
The West Highland Way typically takes between 4-10 days, depending on the level and ability of the walker. The average person should aim to take the walk in about 7-8 days. Fitter walkers could complete the walk much quicker but this may means that you compromise taking the time to appreciate the scenery.
Along the walk there are many highlights and landmarks to see. You will pass through and be able to visit Mugdock Castle, walk through an abandoned railway, continue through desolate woodland, can catch the sights of mountainous highlands. As you progress you will climb the Devils Staircase and have the opportunity to stop off at the world famous Drovers Inn. If staying the night you may encounter one of the ghosts that are said to have visited its inhabitants, or if only passing through you can simply stop off and enjoy a quiet pint. As your walk comes to an end you will arrive at Ben Nevis as I have mentioned and at Fort William, one of the major tourist spots in Scotland, with many places to eat and drink.
The walk really does have everything that you could want, it is one that is full of beauty and splendour. Endless views and places to visit as well as being a for the participant. Next time you go on a walking holiday in Scotland, why not choose the West Highland Way.
Bill Weston writes on a number of subjects including walking holidays For more information on how to play bingo please see:west highland way
Article submitted Friday, February 10, 2012 & read 3 times.
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