NC500 GT. - 25 –Lochinver

We have now reached Lochinver, a village at the head of the sea loch Loch Inver, on the coast in the Assynt district of Sutherland, Highland. A fishing port frequented by European fishermen primarily from Spain and France. In 2020 it was the fourth largest whitefish port. We were actually staying in the nearby village of Inverkirkaig. The new fishing harbour is in the distant right.

The NC 500: The Scottish 'North Coast 500' is one of the world’s most beautiful road trips. A route of just over 500 miles (516) of stunning coastal scenery, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains, remote fishing villages and hidden gems.

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Taken on Friday May 14, 2021
Posted on Sunday July 21, 2024
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uwschu said:

Ein Friedhof direkt am Wasser, hoffe, man hat hier keine Probleme mit Hochwasser.
Schönen Sonntag noch

2 months ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle replied to uwschu:

Thanks for this Uwe. The cemetery is actually some distance above the water. Glad you liked it.

Have a great Sunday. Herbert

2 months ago

natureoncam aka Greg said:

Very envious of you Herb, we had planned to do the NC500 also, but sadly old age and medical reasons made it unwise.
The photo opportunities must have been tremendous.

2 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to natureoncam aka Greg:

The NC500 passes through and near some of Scotland's most wonderful scenery. We actually did this section as a week near here but did other sections on other holidays. Not a route to be taken whist not completely fit and only with a good reliable vehicle. Very happy that you have enjoyed my photo here and maybe you could also peruse the group photos that show a more complete picture of the NC500.

Best Wishes. Herb

2 months ago

tiabunna said:

A beautiful little village and scene.

2 months ago ( translate )

Colin Ashcroft said:

Thanks for posting a view of Lochinver from this angle. We have a little piece Highland Stoneware on our fireplace purchased from their place just a little further along this road.

2 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Colin Ashcroft:

So glad that this brought back more memories Colin. This taken 24 years after your visit here it seems but that being said I think it would have been essentially the same sleepy place.

Regards. Herb

8 weeks ago

TOZ said:

A nice place to go for a final rest in this beautiful place Herb very nice Image .
Best Gordon

8 weeks ago

Herb Riddle replied to TOZ:

A village we only really drove through to and from our destination of Inverkirkaig. It was very sleepy here. (But not as sleepy as Inverkirkaig.)

Cheers. Herb

8 weeks ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

A super shot from a lovely vantage point, Herb,
We spent some time here but missed this angle all together

Excellent image for the"North Coast 500 Group"

8 weeks ago