An iconic castle, dating from the 13th Century and originally built to protect Kintail from the Vikings. It has famously featured in several films including James Bond and Highlander.

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January 7, 2023

Road cycling

There has been a castle on this site since the 12th century. It's been a stronghold on the shore of Loch Duich for several clans until it was destroyed from the sea in 1719. In 1912 the castle ruins were bought and a 20year restoration began. The castle was opened to the public in 1955. You can visit today (adults £10 Early 2023 price) and view the building and displays. There is also a cafe and coffee shop on site. Seasonal opening hours but normally open at least from 10:00 - 16:00.

Marcus

January 18, 2021

Road cycling

Eilean Donan Castle looks as mournful as the weather when Cyclist sets off at the start of Day Four of our JOGLE adventure

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1. Around Loch Alsh & Loch Duich from Kyle of Lochalsh — Isle of Skye

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910m

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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2. Eilean Donan Castle and Loch Carron loop from Glenelg

82.1km

04:15

1,340m

This difficult 51.0-mile (82.1 km) road cycling loop from Glenelg offers majestic Scottish Highland scenery and views of Eilean Donan Castle

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3. Eilean Donan Castle – View of Eilean Donan Castle loop from Eilean Donan

45.7km

02:20

390m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Elevation -10 m

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Monday 16 March

9°C

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98 %

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Max wind speed: 25.0 km/h

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Location: Dornie And District, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Eilean Donan Castle

1. Around Loch Alsh & Loch Duich from Kyle of Lochalsh — Isle of Skye

2. Eilean Donan Castle and Loch Carron loop from Glenelg

3. Eilean Donan Castle – View of Eilean Donan Castle loop from Eilean Donan

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