Rob Roy Way
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| Rob Roy Way | |
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| Length | 92 miles (148 km) |
| Location | Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Trailheads | Drymen 56°03′57″N 4°27′09″W / 56.0658°N 4.4524°W Pitlochry 56°42′08″N 3°43′57″W / 56.7022°N 3.7326°W |
| Use | Hiking |
The Rob Roy Way is a Scottish long distance footpath that runs from Drymen to Pitlochry. The path was created in 2002 and runs for 92 miles (148 km). The route crosses the Highland Boundary Fault, a geological fault where the Highlands meet the Lowlands. It provides spectacular views overlooking Loch Lubnaig, Loch Earn, Loch Venachar and Loch Tay.[1]
The way takes its name from Rob Roy MacGregor, a famous Scottish folk hero and outlaw of the early 18th century. It traverses countryside that he knew well and travelled frequently.[1]
Besides Drymen and Pitlochry, the way passes through Aberfoyle, Callander, Strathyre, Killin, Amulree and Aberfeldy.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ a b "The Rob Roy Way". Walking Scotland. VisitScotland. http://walking.visitscotland.com/walks/lomondtrossachs/213673. Retrieved 2009-10-14.
- ^ "The Rob Roy Way Long Distance Walking Route". I-Net Support. http://www.robroyway.com/. Retrieved 2009-10-14.
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Coordinates: 56°27′38″N 4°17′45″W / 56.4605°N 4.2957°W
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