To get to the Glenelg Ferry, one has to climb the Mam Ratagan Pass at the head of Loch Duich before reaching one of Scotland’s most recognisable castles – Eilean Donan Castle. This pass provides glorious views over Loch Duich and the surrounding mountains – I just wish I could have had my recently acquired wide angle lens back then. An excuse to go back.
Robin of Northumbrian Light fame, this is for you! Hope this makes your mouth water in anticipation of your trip.
Of course if you are heading to the Skye ferry at Glenelg, make sure you go to the castle at some point. Conversely, if you have no interest in going to Glenelg, head up to the Mam Ratagan Pass anyway (take the road at Shiel Bridge at the head of Loch Duich) to take in the views before returning to the main road.
Meticulous Mick 
I am so glad to stumble upon your blog this morning. The pictures are superb!!
I am looking forward to see and read more from you.
xx
Aanchal
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G;ad to assist – I like forward to seeing your own posts on Skye. MM 🍀
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By all means go back to Donan.
http://momentsmidstream.blogspot.ca/search?q=Donan
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Thank you there, very thoughtful. I am glad to say I have been there many times as a child and stopped there on our honeymoon on the way to Applecross. To me it is the archetypal Scottish Castle. MM 🍀
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Wonderful picture!
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Thank you Anarette. Around every bend in this area is another mouth-watering scene. Just need the weather and the absence of midges. MM 🍀
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What an incredible view! And photograph! Stunning!
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Cheers, that is Scotland for you…MM 🍀
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Beautiful Image Mick 🙂
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Cheers, thanks so much. 👍
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This is one of your best, MM!
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Thank you. It’s strange isn’t it, I saw this as a very standard photo, not one which stood out…MM 🍀
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In my eyes, there is nothing standard about it.
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Beautiful!
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That area is just amazing, go if you can….MM 🍀
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‘The road to Glenelg’ sounds mythical – but it’s true! Beautiful photos. Clear, brilliant. Fresh.
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The west of Scotland is one of my favourite places on the planet, if not THE. MM 🍀
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What a beautiful photo! It is so peaceful! How I would love to see you area of the world!
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One of my favourite places on the planet – the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. They exude peace and natural beauty and there is a wonderful lilt to life. MM 🍀
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Great shot…..I’ve not been here……and am persuaded.
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I have to thank Alfred W. Wainwright and his book on Scotland for this tip. Well worth it. MM 🍀
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I think the best word to describe this photo is……..Spectacular !
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Thanks Cath, Have a good weekend. MM
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Beautiful, this looks like a painting!
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Why thank you so much! MM 🍀
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Stunning scenery. I know where I’ll be heading if I ever get back to Scotland.
Very nice photo.
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Thanks Vicki, it sure is beautiful around those parts. MM 🍀
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Stunning photo Mick – beautiful scenery – reminds me a little of New Zealand.
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Yet to make it to the land of the kiwi. 😞
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Many thanks Mick – mission accomplished – dribbling already or maybe that’s my age 🙂
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Hello my friends and Wpler students.My Wpadresse has changed please write an email with your email address you all me briefly thank you…
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