All about the Trossachs

The Trossachs is one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland, with mountains and lochs, the towns of Callander and Aberfoyle and, in the midst of it all, the village of Brig o’ Turk.
The three lochs, Venachar, Achray and Katrine, and the three mountains, Ben A’an, Ben Ledi and Ben Venue make up the area called The Trossachs.
The Woodland Trust owns a large area of land around the village and Glen Finglas. The Trust is currently re-generating old woodlands and creating a network of footpaths for people to enjoy.

Please view our gallery to see local photographs of the stunning scenery.

Famous Visitors

Sir Walter Scott made The Trossachs famous with his poem “The Lady of the Lake” (Loch Katrine). Millais and Ruskin stayed in the village of Brig o’ Turk for four months in 1853. William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy came to visit also. Last, but certainly not least, Queen Victoria and members of her family visited and stayed in the village.

Famous Ship

On Loch Katrine the famous steamer called the Sir Walter Scott runs daily during the summer months, the scenery is stunning and walking and cycling can be enjoyed around the loch side.

The Trossachs is a haven for wildlife and the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park is a great place to visit to learn all about our red deer, eagles, ospreys and much, much more.

Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park

In recognition of the outstanding beauty of The Trossachs, the area has been included in Scotland’s first National Park - Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.

The Trossachs has whatever you are looking for in a holiday or short break - walking, cycling, golf, fishing or touring the countryside. Of course, another option would be to simply relax by a loch side whilst enjoying the magnificent views. Fishing and golf, and the hiring of bicycles can all be arranged.

Many of our guests just keep coming back time after time.