Applecross

The dramatic road to Applecross is probably more well known than the village itself.

On a wild peninsula in Wester Ross, Applecross has a wonderful 'end of the world' feel about it, probably because of its inaccessibility. There are two ways of getting to Applecross: a winding coast road from Shielding, to the north on Loch Torridon, with great views all the way; and the Bealach na Ba (Pass of the Cattle). Indeed, it seems more suitable for hardy cows than spluttering cars, especially when you're at the bottom. The road is one of the highest in Britain, reaching 2053 feet, heads into the clouds on Alpine hairpin bends, then drops down to the quiet village of Applecross, from where there are good views out across the bay to Raasay and Skye.