I'm looking into a post-lockdown long weekend in Scotland in Sept, flying into Edinburgh Airport on Friday at around 7pm.
Because of the flight time, and the desire to have a dram before bed, our eventual destination of Arrochar / Glencoe / Aviemore (or The Drovers / Clachaig, Old Bridge Inn
) shouldn't be more than 2 1/2 hours away.
I know Glencoe well but it's also the furthest away.
Arrochar appeals due to the Alps, but Aviemore is the unknown option for me, and here comes the 1st question:
Are there any walks around Aviemore than are akin to Glencoe / Arrochar Alps? We'd like some elevation and drama and don't mind a mild scramble to get there.
Secondly, if it's Arrochar (cos of shorter driving distance and Alps) does anyone have a suggestion for accommodation and / or food? Ive been to the Drovers before but I'd happily try something else.
I posted here rather than the Scotland forum as they're such fluffy questions.
Thanks for any advice or suggestions!