How long is Loch Awe?

Loch Awe is 41 kilometres long, making it Scotland's longest freshwater loch. It's only about one kilometre wide on average though, giving it unusually narrow proportions.

Can you visit Kilchurn Castle at Loch Awe?

Yes, Kilchurn Castle is open to visitors during the summer months and is maintained by Historic Environment Scotland. It sits at the northeastern end of the loch and offers excellent views towards Ben Cruachan and Glen Orchy.

Is there a train station at Loch Awe?

Yes, there's a railway station at Loch Awe village on the Glasgow to Oban line. It's a small but functional rural station that provides a scenic approach to the loch if you're not driving.

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Loch Awe: Scotland's Longest Loch Goes Its Own Way

Scotland's longest freshwater loch stretches 41km on an unusual southwest-northeast axis, cutting across the landscape in its own direction.

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Loch Awe: 41km Long, 1km Wide – Scotland's Strangest Loch | TrailTrack