Visit Luss, Loch Lomond
Luss has gone through a positive transformation in recent times. Whilst the beautiful village centre remains as it there are some welcome new additions to the village. This guide has been updated many times as things change and evolve. Luss is one of the most popular destinations in the National Park and this guide will hopefully help you to plan a trip and enjoy this beautiful village.
Where is Luss?
Luss is one of the most popular places in the National Park and on the western shores of Loch Lomond, with fine views across to Ben Lomond, accessed via the A82. Both Sweeney's Cruises and Cruise Loch Lomond have waterbus and cruise options to and from Luss Pier. The West Loch Lomond Cycle Path, between Balloch and Tarbet, goes through the village.
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New South Luss Car Park
Parking in Luss
Luss has always been popular, with visitor numbers that continue to agree. A small conservation village is not compatible with so many cars, which has been a real issue, especially on sunny days. However, in 2021 a new car park was opened just south of the village.
The car park, built and managed by Luss Estates, provides parking for 250 cars. The community can now restrict cars from the village centre around the pier area, which is sensible as it had caused real pressure. Make sure you’ve paid for all your time in this and other car parks around the National Park as there are vehicle registration cameras.
Car Park Facilities
Within the car park is a silver Airstream caravan selling tickets to Loch Lomond Faerie Trail. By far the best activity for young children within the National Park. There is a unicorn next to another caravan selling coffee and refreshments to get the children excited for the trail.
New play park at Luss
Luss Village Green
The road opposite Loch Lomond Arms, close to the new car park, leads down to Luss Pier. Adjacent to that is a new village green, with an excellent children's playpark.
Pier Road, Luss
As you walk up Pier Road, away from the pier you can see the lovely quaint cottages that Luss is famous for. There is also Luss General Store, where a visit shows that it too has taken on the Faerie theme, with many toys and gifts and a special post box outside to place entries to a competition.
Luss General Stores
Luss Pier
If you’re arriving by water bus from another part of the loch, this is where you will get your first view of the village. As well as perhaps the busiest hub for cruises, water busses, and speed boat trips on the loch, it's also a good photo spot for getting a photo of Ben Lomond.
Below is a photograph from a visit that I made on a hot and extremely busy May Holiday Monday. Looking out in both directions and the beach areas were packed with people enjoying the sunshine. Beinn Dubh stands tall behind the village covered with a blanket of beautiful bluebells.
Luss Beach and Beinn Dubh
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Weddings & Family Photo Shoots
Luss Church
We have a guide to the most interesting village churches in the National Park. A leading contender for inclusion was Luss Church, the location for weddings that are watched worldwide by family and friends unable to attend.
Lodge on Loch Lomond
Lodge on Loch Lomond, a hotel on the waterfront at Luss, is another beautiful wedding venue and one that I have photographed many weddings at over the years. I've also photographed their incredible restaurant after it has been renovated to show off its incredible view. It's worth a visit not just for the panoramic view, but the excellent food.
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Pick up a guide with tickets from the South Car Park caravan and enjoy the well put together Faerie Trail. The trail has been a great addition to the village, starting close to the path to climb Beinn Dubh. Read more about the Loch Lomond Faerie Trail at the link below.
Beinn Dubh
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Words and photography by Paul Saunders. Visit Paul’s Marketing and Photography websites for details of his services in Scotland.
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