Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
An excellent 20-mile circular cycle route links with the boat at Loch Katrine. From Aber-
foyle, join the Lochs & Glens Cycle Way on the forest trail, or take the A821 over Duke's
Pass. Following the southern shore of Loch Achray, you reach the pier on Loch Katrine.
The 10.30am boat (
Click here
;
there's also a 2pm sailing in summer) can take you to
Stronachlachar (one way with bike £16) on the western shore (or it's an extra 12 miles
biking it along the northern shore), from where you can follow the beautiful B829 via
Loch Ard back to Aberfoyle.
Sleeping & Eating
HOTEL
Lake of Menteith Hotel£££
(
01877-385258;
www.lake-hotel.com
; s £95-195, d £120-225; )
Soothingly situ-
ated on a lake (yes, it's the only non-loch in Scotland) 3 miles east of Aberfoyle, this
makes a great romantic getaway. Though all rooms are excellent, with a handsome con-
temporary feel, it's worth the splash out to upgrade to the enormous 'lake heritage' ones
with a view of the water: it really is a sensational outlook. Even if you're not staying, head
down to the waterside bar (meals £8 to £10); there's also a good restaurant (mains £15 to
£25) here. Check the website for packages.
Mayfield Guest House£
(
01877-382962;
www.mayfield-aberfoyle.co.uk
; Main St; s £40, d £55-60; )
Nothing is too much trouble for the friendly hosts at this guest house. It has three com-
pact, comfortable ground-floor rooms, all painted in cheerful colours and very well kept.
It's bike and motorbike friendly, with a garage at the back.
B&B
Forth Inn££
(
01877-382372;
www.forthinn.com
;
Main St; mains £8-12; )
In the middle
of the village, the solid Forth Inn is the lifeblood of the town, with locals and visitors alike
queuing up for good, honest pub fare; the best bar meal in Aberfoyle. It also provides ac-
commodation and beer, with drinkers spilling outside into the sunny courtyard. Single
(£55) and double (£80 to £90) rooms are available, but they can be noisy at weekends.
PUB
Information
Aberfoyle Information Centre
(
01877-382352;
www.visitscottishheartlands.com
;
Main St; 10am-5pm Apr-Oct, 10am-4pm Nov-Mar)
Large office with good selection of
walking information.
