Balquhidder
Loch Voil, Balquhidder
Explore Balquhidder, a charming village in the heart of Scotland’s Highlands. Discover Rob Roy’s grave, beautiful lochs, hiking trails, and stunning scenery in this tranquil gem of the Trossachs.
Getting to Balquhidder
Balquhidder is easy to reach by car and public transport:
• By Car: From Stirling, take the A84 towards Callander and continue to Kingshouse, where you’ll turn left towards Balquhidder.
• By Public Transport: Buses connect Balquhidder to nearby towns of Callander and Crianlarich. Check local timetables for the most up-to-date information.
Balquhidder Church
Rob Roy’s Grave
Balquhidder is famous as the resting place for the famous outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Buried at Balquhidder Kirkyard alongside his wife and two sons, the grave attracts many visitors to the village. Not far from here is a beautiful waterfall.
Rob Roy’s gravestone is marked with the words ‘MacGregor Despite Them’. This is Rob Roy Country, with the legend of the outlaw living on long after he died.
The Rob Roy Way
The path of the Rob Roy Way trail, between Drymen and Pitlochry, passes through Balquhidder. There are also several walks around the glens and up into the surrounding mountains of Stob Binnein and Ben More.
Creag an Tuirc
A short, steep hike leads to this historic clan gathering place. The summit rewards you with sweeping views of the glen and surrounding peaks. It’s a must-visit for history lovers and adventurers alike.
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The BLiSS Trail
I am a big fan of the BLiSS Trail, a series of art installations that blend into the local landscapes of Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, Strathyre and St Fillans. An example of one is the repurposed telephone box by the village hall that now contains a library.
Read more about the BLiSS Trail at the link below, download an audio guide to accompany you on your trip to see the various art pieces.
Loch Voil
Loch Voil
Here is a view of Loch Voil, follow the narrow road along the lochside until you reach the end of the loch, by the hotel and restaurant Monachyle Mhor.
Loch Doine
In the strip of land between Loch Voil and Loch Doine hidden in the landscape is a mirror box. You can sit in it and thanks to the mirrors get to see both of these lochs at the same time. Read our guide to this and four other special scenic views at the link below.
Aerial Views of Balquhidder
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Watch the short video above for some footage around Loch Voil, Loch Doine and Monachyle Mhor
Monachyle Mhor
A special mention for Monachyle Mohr, an outstanding boutique hotel renowned for excellent Scottish food and drink. You can find the hotel close to the end of Loch Voil. The journey is special, and the scenery around the hotel outstanding.
Plan Your Visit
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Cycling NCN7
Check out our cycling guide along Lochs & Glens Way - NCN7 (click button below). The route goes close to Balquhhider at Kingshouse, but you can choose to detour through Balquhidder. Note there is a good new bike hire and repair shop at Kingshouse, next to Mhor 84 called Roll Outdoors.
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