Roads of Scotland

Plan the perfect driving adventure with this helpful guide! Learn more about the things to consider before driving the most spectacular roads of Scotland.

Bealach-na-ba is one of the UK's toughest and longest stretches of tarmac

Bealach na Bà is the name of a curvy mountainous road located in the Applecross peninsula, Highland, Scotland. It's one of the most scenic drives in the world. Speeds faster than 30 mph are rarely permitted.

Skyfall Road is a Scottish road for James Bond

Situated on the west of the spectacular Scottish Highlands, Loch Etive is a beautiful lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The road to the lake was featured in the 2012 Bond’s Skyfall.

A82 Road is one of the most scenic drives of Scotland

A82 is the name of a very scenic Scottish road running along the shores of Loch Lomond and Loch Ness and the shadow of Ben Nevis. It is definitely one of the best drives in the country.

A939 is one of Scotland's top roads

Located in the Scottish Highlands, the A939 (also known as Lecht Road and Old Military Road) is possibly one of the best roads in the UK. The road includes really steep sections (up to 20%).

A scenic steep road to Quiraing Pass on the Isle of Skye

Quiraing Pass (Cuith-raing) is a mountain pass at an elevation of 261m (856ft) above the sea level, located in the Scottish council area of Highland on the Isle of Skye, with steep gradients and tight bends.

B869 (Drumbeg Road) is a truly fantastic drive in Scotland

B869 (Drumbeg Road) is a very scenic drive located in the Assynt district of Sutherland in the Highland council area of Scotland. It’s said to be one of the finest scenic roads of the country.

Cairnwell Pass is a sensational steep drive in Scotland

Cairnwell Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 684m (2,244ft) above the sea level, located on the boundary of Perthshire and Aberdeenshire, in Scotland. Plenty of sections are well into double digits on the way to the summit. It's one of the highest roads of the country.

Glen Quaich is a Scottish dangerous drive in winters

Located in Perth and Kinross, in Scotland, Glen Quaich is one of the most picturesque and dangerous roads of the country. It's one of the highest roads of the country.

Driving the scenic road to Cape Wrath Lighthouse

Built by Robert Stevenson in 1828, Cape Wrath Lighthouse is located in the county of Sutherland within Highland Region, in Scotland.

Travelling the General Wade’s Military Road in the Scottish Highlands

Located on Scotland’s northeast coast, General Wade’s Military Road is a very scenic journey along the southern side of Loch Ness. Remember to bring your camera for the stunning views.

Driving the scenic A888, a loop road around Barra

A888 (Barra Ring Road) is the name of a very scenic loop road located in Barra, an island at the southern end of the Outer Hebrides, in Scotland.

Scotland's best scenic drives

The best beautiful driving routes in Scotland, including the A82 to Glencoe and the Pass of the Cattle.

The Ultimate Guide to Traveling the Wee Mad Road in the Scottish Highlands

Wee Mad Road is the name of a curvy drive located in the northwestern Scottish Highlands.

An Unforgettable Drive to Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse

Mull of Kintyre is a still operational lighthouse located at the tip of the Kintyre Peninsula, on the west coast of Scotland.

Road to the Isles is one of the best drives in Scotland

Located on the Highlands of Scotland, the Road to the Isles is considered as one of the best drives in the country with plenty to see along the way and some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.

B873, a scenic narrow road along Loch Naver

B873 is a very scenic road located in Sutherland, in the Highland region of northern Scotland, running alongside Naver lake.

Pass of Drumochter, an iconic road in the Scottish Highlands

Pass of Drumochter (Bealach Druim Uachdair) is a mountain pass at an elevation of 463m (1,519ft) above the sea level, located in Perth and Kinross, in Scotland. The pass is regularly closed by winter snowstorms.

The wooden River Cannich Bridge in Scotland

Located in the Highland council area of Scotland, the River Cannich Bridge is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

The old military road from Shiel Bridge to Glenelg

The Shiel Bridge-Glenelg road is a very scenic journey located in the Lochalsh area of Highland in western Scotland. This is one of those roads that seems to be missed and is not a busy road but has some good views.

Highest roads of Scotland

Located in Northern Europe and part of the United Kingdom, Scotland forms the northern half of Great Britain. The geography of the country is varied and dramatic.

B8043 is a challenging road in the Scottish Highlands

Located on the western Scottish Highlands, on the shores of Loch Linnhe, B8043 is one of the most difficult and challenging roads of the country. It shouldn’t be attempted by those who don't know how to reverse. 

Churchill Barriers: The Ultimate Road Trip Guide

Located in the Orkney Islands, in the Northern Isles of Scotland, Churchill Barriers is a serie of four causeways, originally built as naval defenses linking a serie of small islands on the east side of Scapa Flow.

North Coast 500 is the road trip of a lifetime

Located in the north Highlands of Scotland, the North Coast 500 (NC500) is a loop route with loads to squeeze in, showcasing fairytale castles, white sand beaches and historical ruins.

A paved steep road to Cairngorm Mountain in the Scottish Highlands

Cairngorm Mountain is a mountain peak at an elevation of 646m (2,119ft) above the sea level, located in the Scottish Highlands. Challenging weather conditions – particularly during winter. It's one of the highest roads of the country.

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