Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
Niko Kersting
Niko Kersting www.nikokersting.de
Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
Niko Kersting
Niko Kersting www.nikokersting.de
Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
David Bentley
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Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
David Bentley
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Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland, United Kingdom
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United Kingdom Side view II of Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland

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Eilean Donan Castle might be the most famous castle in Scotland and the most popular attraction in the Highlands. It is located where three lochs meet (Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh) on a promontory which becomes a small island at high tide and is connected to the mainland with a nice bridge. The castle is dated back to 1220 and was rebuilt between 1919 and 1932.

The castle can be visited. For more information visit: http://www.eileandonancastle.com/

Photography Tips

You should carry a tripod, ND filters and a polarizer to avoid reflections for stunning long exposures. Make sure that there is a high tide for nice effects with the water.
A wide-angle lens is also highly recommended.
Visit this spot in the evening hours when all the tourists have left and the castle is closed!

Travel Information

Follow the A82 From Fort William to Glengarry, Turn left onto the A87, and follow this road for approximately 40 miles to the Eilean Donan Castle visitor center at the roadside. There is a free car park that is very busy during daytime hours. If you visit during a busy day, be prepared to either (1) have lots of people in your photos or (2) spend some time clearing them out in post-production.
There is plenty of parking, but it is a very busy location. The Centre has Shopping, Eating and Toilet facilities.
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor A decent amount of people
Best Timing Sunset
Sunrise & Sunset 08:59 - 15:44 | current local time: 18:47
Photo Themes Bridge Castle Eilean Donan Castle Monument Scottish Castle Stone Bridge Sunset united kingdom viewpoint

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Spot Comments (6)

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Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson 08.08.2020
Thankyou so much Niko, that is very helpful indeed.
Sam Wilson
Sam Wilson 08.08.2020
Hello this is a beautiful image! Would you mind sharing where you took the photo from? I have just visited but shot the castle from the waters edge, but I think the angle of your shot is much better. Many thanks, Sam
Niko Kersting
Niko Kersting 08.08.2020
Thank you! In the 1st photo of this spot I was standing just to the right of the bridge that connects the castle's island with the main land. The image was shot at 24 mm full frame. The 8th photo of this spot was taken at the water's edge. I was standing on the gras there nearly getting my feet wet. That was also the moment when the light was at its best and the colours in the sky really lit up. It was shot at 16 mm full frame. I hope that helps a little.
Thomas Schumann
Thomas Schumann 26.07.2019
It was the number one on my list i want to shoot in Scotland .
Roger Birchler
Roger Birchler 02.01.2018
Perfect describing the spot! Thanx a lot! Going to be there in May 2018.
Niko Kersting
Niko Kersting 04.01.2018
You're welcome. Looking forward to your shots!

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Thank you Niko Kersting for creating this photo spot in United Kingdom and Jason Donovan, Mir Kar, Jan Musil, Thomas Schumann, David Bentley, François Pellegrini, Ella Schwartz, Rick Wilhoit, Fotografie-Kurs.Koeln, David Smith, Ron Cunningham, Mia Pflieger for improving it with additional photos or content.
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