The Cairngorms National Park – Voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the World
By National Geographic Traveller Magazine
With its rich cultural landscape separated by the bulk of the Cairngorm Mountains, different areas of the Park have their own distinct identity. A population c18,000 living and working here lets visitors immerse themselves in the culture and traditions of the Scottish Highlands.
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Badenoch the Storylands
Explore the historic region of Badenoch in the Cairngorms National Park at the heart of the Scottish Highlands. In Badenoch storytelling is interwoven through all our sights and attractions. You will find everything from ancient fortresses and distilleries to some of the UK’s best attractions and museums. Experience real Highland culture and wildlife. Discover stories and hidden gems in this special place. With wildlife watching, traditional sports and culture, as well as great walking and cycling routes, there is something for everyone. A fully immersive Badenoch the Storylands App is available to download for free on Apple & Android, for further information please visit the dedicated website; www.badenochstorylands.com
Take the SnowRoads
Providing a 90 mile scenic journey through the eastern side of the Cairngorms National Park. This route is perfect for a self-drive or chauffeur driven holiday. A linear route which starts (or ends) in the pretty market town of Blairgowrie which is home to the start point of the famous Cateran Trail, through to Grantown on Spey which sits on the banks of the River Spey, the perfect spot for some fishing! There are several villages along the way, each providing its own attractions, whether that’s whisky or gin sampling, rubbing shoulders with royalty at Balmoral Castle or simply taking in some of the views and spotting the local wildlife. A fully immersive SnowRoads App is available to download for free on Apple & Android, for further information please visit the dedicated website; www.SnowRoads.com
Food, drink & feeling local
From fine dining to foraging, there is something to suit every pallet in the Cairngorms. The backdrop of lochs, rivers, mountains & forests provides the perfect farming land for locally reared venison, beef & lamb which can be sampled at the farmers market. A trip to the local farm shop for your choice of local strawberries, jams & chutneys and to wash it all down, you choice of locally distilled whisky or beer. This itinerary will take you on a journey of distilleries, farmers markets, activities and local life.
History, heritage & culture
The UK’s largest National Park has plenty of stories to tell. Steeped in rich history, heritage and archaeology, people have lived and worked in the Cairngorms for thousands of years leaving fascinating remains of cultures past to explore as well as discovering the thriving industries and the people of the Cairngorms today. This itinerary takes you on a journey of Castles, Museums, Highland Games, Royalty and tales from the past.
