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North Coast 500

The Highland loop. Single-track roads, ruined castles, gin distilleries, and weather that changes its mind every ten minutes. Take a week. You'll want it.

Distance

830 km

Duration

Vehicle

Camper Van

Difficulty

Advanced

Best Season

May – September

Likes

9,400

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Stops along the way

01
Applecross Pass
The Bealach na Bà — UK's most dramatic ascent.
02
Achmelvich Beach
Caribbean-blue water, Scottish wind.
03
Smoo Cave
Sea cave with a waterfall inside.
04
Dunrobin Castle
Fairytale finish before Inverness.

Travel tips

★Book accommodation early.
★Single-track passing places — be courteous.
★Pack midge repellent in summer.

Soundtrack for the road

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Coastal cruise

Coastal Drive Sunset

Indie surf · dream-pop · synthwave

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