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Fort William is the second largest town in the Scottish Highlands sitting at the base of Ben Nevis in the heart of Lochaber, an area that is subsequently popular with walkers, climbers and outdoors enthusiasts.

Fort William is central to a number of lochs. Loch Leven and Loch Linnhe to the south, and Loch Lochy and Loch Arkaig to the north with a further Loch Laggan found through Spean Bridge on the way to Newtonmore.

Fort William’s transport comprises of local bus services and a central train station, many people here choose to cycle with mountain biking a particularly popular way of exploring the surrounding area.

There are a number of attractions here, the Nevis Range which is a popular ski area during the winter months, the Commando Memorial bronze statue,  and further north on the way to Loch Ness is Neptune’s Staircase – a tightly packed group of locks along the Caledonian Canal.

Travelling northwards along the shores of Loch Lochy and then Loch Oich will bring you at the southern end of Loch Ness, one of Scotland’s most famous lochs and visitor destinations, a journey to this region is a must as it is without doubt one of the most beautiful in Scotland. A good number of attractions here include Castle Urquhart and the beautiful Glen Affric.

From this region you can head westwards and explore the Kyle of Lochalsh and the Isle of Skye in the West Highlands.

Discover more about accommodation, food, attractions and events in Fort William, Lochaber & Loch Ness in 2013 with West Scotland (westscotland.com).

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