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Dublin-born Fergal fell in love with Scotland as a student, settling there to become a journalist and cycle guidebook writer. In addition to his guides covering Scotland, he has written for the BBC, New Scientist, BBC Countryfile Magazine and many travel publications. Andalusia is a second home.
Arran Coastal Way
- Distance: 66 miles (107km)
- Duration: Seven to eight days
- Start point: Brodick
- End point: Brodick
- Difficulty: Challenging and rugged
- Suitable for: Experienced trekkers
This challenging trail gives a rewarding circuit around the beautiful, accessible, Isle of Arran in the Firth of Clyde, west of Glasgow. The route leads around the coastal fringe of Arran’s mountainous north down its west coast to the sandy beaches, rocky shores and gentler landscapes of the south. The return leg up the east coast leads through forests and woodland, passing Iron Age hill forts and burial cairns.
At a glance
Destinations
Inner Hebrides
Activity
Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & WildlifePhysical Level
Strenuous![Duration]()
Duration
7 days
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