About Loch Fyne

About Loch Fyne

Loch Fyne is probably Scotland's most famous sea loch and known throughout the world for containing amazing seafood and for it's sailing attraction. The loch stretches north from the Clyde Estuary, encompassing small safe havens and marinas as it curves towards Inveraray and passing by Ardrishaig and the south entry of the also famous Crinan Canal.

Loch Fyne and this area of south-west Argyll is popular with seasonal tourism, many whom come to sample beautiful fresh seafood, attend unique creative cultural events and to experience the unique relaxing environment and friendly historic area. Read more >>

B&B's, Hotels & Self Catering Accommodation

You can reach the north most part of Loch Fyne by car in about an hour, Inveraray in two, and Tarbert just under three which makes the area perfect for short romantic breaks, or convenient family holidays.

Whether you prefer self catering or hotels, there is a good number of places to choose from in the area.

Browse our Accommodation Directory or find a Late Deal bargain.

Seafood Restaurants

One of the highest concentrations of seafood restaurants in the west of Scotland is presented in the towns and villages around Loch Fyne with fish and shellfish landed daily and widely available in the freshest possible condition.

Many people in the UK will be familiar with the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar (at Cairndow) and the chain of Loch Fyne Restaurants in and around London but don't forget that all around Loch Fyne are hotels and restaurants that serve the same delicious food, all cooked in different ways to suit different tastes.

Browse our Seafood Guide, Seafood Restaurant Guide & our Where To Eat sections.

Yachting, Sailing, Diving & Sea Fishing

Regarded as one of the most picturesque areas of Scotland, this part of Argyll is popular with sailors and boat enthusiasts with a good number of safe marinas at various points along Loch Fyne.

Dive charters enable experienced divers the opportunity to go wreck diving in parts of Loch Fyne and around the Argyll coast, and the keenest of anglers can hire leisure boats to try their hand at sea fishing in this saltwater loch.

Boat marinas at both Tarbert and Portavadie provide the most central of safe moorings as you travel along Loch Fyne, and if you fancy a spot of sea fishing for mackerel, then Tarbert's east pier is a popular spot to do so.

Walking

Tarbert, on the west shore of Loch Fyne is the start of the Kintyre Way walk which meanders from village to village across the Kintyre peninsula. The seven sections, which can be tackled separately or combined cover a total of 66 miles over hill, track and road.

The first stage of the walk takes you from Tarbert harbour and then from Tarbert's own castle around the hillside with views over Loch Fyne to Skipness and their castle. Read more >>

Additional walks such as the established Cowal Way and a multitude of forestry walks are also available throughout Loch Fyne and the surrounding area. Read more >>

Photography, Art & Music

Many people appreciate Loch Fyne for photography and art potential. The beautiful landscapes and traditional Scottish village appeal help create a snapshot in time. People are also inspired musically by this stunning part of Scotland.

There are many local musicians, artists, photographers, craftsmen and women who find creative inspiration in the surroundings helping creativity and originality. Read more >>

Waverley Boat Trips On Loch Fyne

The last remaining passenger paddle steamer operating in Scotland stops off at many locations during the summer.

The large attractive boat travels from Tarbert up and down the loch as part of its west coast timetable.

Read more about the Waverley , see video footage and photographs by following the link. Read more >>

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