The history of Glenfinnan Viaduct<\/h2>
Completed in 1901 among a tight clutch of mountains, the viaduct took four years to build and passes 30m over the River Finnan. <\/p>
Its 381m-long curve encompasses 21 statuesque arches and is a masterclass in elegance. <\/p>
The achievement is all the greater because the viaduct is constructed from that often hard-to-love material, concrete (technically, it\u2019s called mass concrete).<\/p>
Insta-perfect<\/h2>
The favoured spot for taking photos of this gem is a little hummock on the lower slopes of Tom na h-Aire, just to the west of the viaduct. <\/p>
This is easily reached from Glenfinnan Station by following a path parallel to the railway line. Credit: Getty<\/p>
If starting from the viaduct car park, head along a path beside the River Finnan, pass underneath one of the towering arches and along the Glenfinnan Trail. <\/p>
Then all you have to do is wait for a train.<\/p>
Highlander tribute<\/h2>
Alternatively, the 360\u00b0 view from Glenfinnan Monument takes in the viaduct and an expanse of Loch Shiel, and offers a truly breathtaking view.<\/p> The column commemorates the raising of the royal standard in Glenfinnan in 1745, when 1,200 Highlanders pledged ill-fated allegiance to Bonnie Prince Charlie. <\/p> You’ll need to purchase a ticket from the visitor centre to climb to the top. For opening times, visit the website<\/a>.<\/p> Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Great Glen Private Tour from Inverness<\/strong><\/p> A chance to take in the sites over the course of a day – from Loch Ness to Ben Nevis with the Viaduct on the way. From \u00a3750 per group with a max of three people.<\/p> The Jacobite Steam Train Trip<\/strong><\/p> A chance to experience the ‘greatest railway journey in the world’, which will take you on an 84 mile round-trip from Ben Nevis to Loch Nevis.<\/p> Glenaladale Cruise – Great for wizard spotting!<\/strong><\/p> A cruise on Loch Shiel which takes in the viaduct, as well as giving you chance to spot golden eagles, red deer and black throated divers, among other wildlife. From \u00a330 per adult.<\/p> Kilcamb Lodge Hotel & Restaurant<\/strong><\/p> 13.6 miles away from the Viaduct, this cosy boutique is a four star hotel located on the picturesque shores of Loch Sunart. <\/p> A861, Strontian PH36 4HY. kilcambldoge.co.uk<\/a><\/p> Travelodge Fort William<\/strong><\/p> Just over 14 miles away, this budget chain of hotels offers value and good deals.<\/p> High Street, Fort William PH33 6DX. travelodge.co.uk<\/a><\/p>![\"Glenfinnan](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/47\/2024\/01\/GettyImages-1137385874.jpg?fit=1024,1024\")
Tours and trips to Glenfinnan Viaduct<\/h2>
Where to stay near Glenfinnan Viaduct<\/h2>