- How long is the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Loop from Stirling route?
- This route takes 9 days taking in 6 stops.
- Where does this route start and end?
- The route runs from Stirling to Stirling in Central Scotland & Argyll, Scotland.
- When is the best time to travel this route?
- The best time to travel this route is May to September.
- How active is this route?
- Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.
- What transport do I need for this route?
- A car is the primary way to get around on this route.
- What budget do I need for this route?
- Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.
- What type of accommodation suits this route?
- Mixed accommodation works well along this route.
- What is the pace of this trip?
- Relaxed — plenty of time to linger at each stop.
- What type of trip is this?
- This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Nature, Culture, Classic road trip, Adventure.
- Are there any practical tips for this route?
- Book Stirling Castle timed tickets online. The Wallace Monument is a 20-minute walk or short bus ride from the town centre. Loch Katrine boat sailings run late March to October. Book the Sir Walter Scott steamship in advance for the longer Stronachlachar run. The Falls of Dochart are free and always accessible. The Falls of Dochart Inn on the old bridge is the best dinner option; book ahead in July and August. The Loch Fyne Oyster Bar at Cairndow is 10 minutes north on the A83, a reliable detour for outstanding locally farmed oysters and smoked salmon. Luss is heavily visited in July and August. Book accommodation weeks ahead and arrive before 10am or after 4pm to enjoy the village at its quietest. Break the drive back with a stop at the Lake of Menteith on the A81, Scotland's only natural lake and a peaceful spot for a final coffee.
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