About this road
A scenic climb through the Trossachs on the A821 between Aberfoyle and Brig o' Turk, built by the Duke of Montrose in 1885.
Ride notes
- Popular tourist route, can be busy in summer
- Narrow in places
- Can close in snow
Green lanes
Holloway doesn't map green lanes in Scotland. Scotland's access law is different from England and Wales: the right to roam doesn't cover motor vehicles, and there's no byway system like England's. So this road is here for the tarmac only.
Fuel along the way
- Highland0.0 km in
Distances are measured from the Aberfoyle end. Stations can close or keep short hours, especially in remote areas.
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More scenic roads nearby
- B829 Aberfoyle to Stronachlachar5 km away
- Rest and Be Thankful28 km away
- A819 Inveraray to Dalmally46 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.