Why Visit Scotland
There's no need to travel to the ends of the earth for an emotionally rich journey. Scotland is an easily accessible country yet so exotic, where enchanting landscapes.
There's no need to travel to the ends of the earth for an emotionally rich journey. Scotland is an easily accessible country yet so exotic, where enchanting landscapes, unique culture and historical legends sweep you away to another world. A voyage through time to discover mystical places, remarkable traditions and spectacular nature: welcome to Scotland! If you're not yet convinced, here are four reasons, among many, to choose Scotland for your next holiday:
Incredible landscapes
Scotland is an ideal holiday choice for nature lovers. Spectacular and wild landscapes await you there. Forming a rainbow of colours, Scottish forests, cliffs, lochs, moorlands and mountains, often shrouded in a lovely mist, take on a melancholic, romantic and mysterious tone. Don't miss the legendary Loch Ness, the Staffa Caves or the incredible Isle of Skye, which rank among Scotland's most beautiful landscapes. And with thousands of kilometres of cycling routes and hiking trails, Scotland is a perfect destination for families and adventurers. You can also enjoy more extreme sports, such as rafting, tree-top adventures, canyoning...
A fantastic culture
Visiting Scotland is an opportunity to experience an incredible culture, and you won't miss the chance to wear a kilt or listen to a bagpipe concert. Especially in summer, numerous festivals allow you to become familiar with the culture. The Highland Games are among the must-see events of a lifetime: these massive sports competitions feature impressive log-tossing contests, concerts and dance performances and radiate good humour. The Highland Folk Museum is a fabulous place to step back in time and experience the daily life of a traditional Scottish village. Most importantly, take advantage of your stay to learn more about the legends that inhabit Scotland and perhaps even visit a haunted castle!
A rich history
Speaking of castles, Scotland is home to some of the finest in the world! Scotland not only boasts magnificent nature and an intriguing culture: it's also a place steeped in history. It's a land where the greatest civilisations have met: Celts, Romans, Vikings... Through a trip to Scotland, you'll travel back in time in search of standing stones, megalithic monuments and other fascinating sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. More recent, the magnificent Scottish castles are also important witnesses to the past and the Middle Ages.
Delicious gastronomy
A trip to Scotland also happens at the table, and if you're a whisky enthusiast you'll be delighted with your stay! Scotland is home to numerous traditional distilleries renowned worldwide for their excellent productions, so don't hesitate to visit one for a tasting evening. On the indulgence side, you can look forward to delicious fresh and local products, and taste Scottish specialities like "haggis", a dish made with meat, onions, turnips and spices, traditionally cooked in a sheep's stomach!
Frequently asked questions
The best time to visit Scotland is spring (May-June) or summer (July-August), which offer the mildest temperatures and longest days. Summer is ideal for enjoying festivals like the Highland Games. Autumn offers splendid colourful landscapes, while winter is more rigorous but allows you to discover a snowy and magical Scotland.
From France, the quickest way to reach Scotland is by plane: direct flights connect Paris and other major French cities to Edinburgh and Glasgow in less than 2 hours. It is also possible to travel by train to London, then continue by train to Edinburgh (approximately 4.5 hours from London).
Haggis is Scotland's national dish. It is prepared from minced mutton (heart, liver, lungs), mixed with onions, turnips and spices, traditionally cooked in a sheep's stomach. It is usually served with mashed turnips (neeps) and mashed potatoes (tatties).
Among the must-see sites in Scotland are the legendary Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye and its spectacular landscapes, the Staffa Caves, Edinburgh and Eilean Donan Castles, the megalithic sites of the Orkney Islands (UNESCO-listed) and Cairngorms National Park for hiking enthusiasts.
Yes, Scotland is an excellent family destination. It offers thousands of kilometres of cycling routes and hiking trails suitable for all levels, a variety of outdoor activities (tree-top adventures, kayaking, wildlife watching), interactive museums like the Highland Folk Museum, and legends like the Loch Ness Monster that capture children's imaginations.
