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Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Tourist Information

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In this beautifully-dressed region are eye-catching glens, deafening waterfalls, nostalgic castles, shadow-filled abbeys, towering mountains and awe-inspiring vistas.

Here is the magic of Loch Lomond and the splendour of the Trossachs, heartland of local hero Rob Roy. Here are Loch Katrine and Loch Achray, the birthplace of Walter Scott's outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor and the town of Callander, famous for its mountains, forests and the Falls of Bracklinn.





The town of Stirling lies at the 'crossroads' of Scotland, on the highest navigable point of the River Forth. It was here in the 12th and 13th centuries that a prehistoric fortress was transformed into the mighty Stirling Castle on a volcanic rock high above the town. It was also in 1543 that the infant Mary Queen of Scots was crowned.

   

Stirling Castle, built on the remains of an extinct volcano and surrounded by the fertile farmland of the valley of the River Forth - Photo: Alec Johnson

A vital crossing point over the Forth, Stirling is one of the most important places in Scottish history. In 1297 William 'Braveheart' Wallace defeated the English at Stirling Bridge - a 220ft monument to him stands nearby. The momentous Battle of Bannockburn also took place outside Stirling in 1314.

Not far away are the restored Gothic ruins of Cambuskenneth Priory and the historic Church of Holy Rude which witnessed the coronation of the young James V1.

Despite this wealth of history some visitors simply come to this region to walk, climb, cycle – and fish. There's something here to suit every taste.



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If you are looking for accommodation, first choose the type you require:

bullet   Hotels, Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfast, etc.

bullet   Self Catering Cottages, Villas, Apartments, Static Caravans, Holiday Parks, Lodges, etc.

bullet   Camping and Touring Caravan Sites

bullet   Boating and Sailing Holidays

Please note that if you are wanting to stay in an apartment, some may be listed as "Aparthotels" in the Hotels section. These tend to offer more services than a normal apartment, eg restaurants, bars, and "Reception" staff more associated with hotels. Normal apartments are listed in Self-Catering.

If you are planning a holiday in a static caravan or mobile home, these should be listed in the Self Catering section.


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Tourist Information Centres

LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK HQ
The Old Station, Balloch Rd, Balloch, G83 8BF
Tel: 01389 722600     Fax. 01389 722633
E-mail: info@lochlomond-trossachs.org
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Useful links

Friends of Loch Lomond: www.lochlomond.org.uk



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