How long does the Hebridean way take to walk?
14 days
walk it! TIME/DISTANCE The Hebridean Way is 240km/149 miles in total. The typical time taken to walk the route is 14 days. It is possible to walks various stretches of the route – this feature covers 42.7km/27 miles from Leverburgh to Tarbert, which was accomplished in two days.
How many miles is the Hebridean way?
The Hebridean Way is a 184-mile on-road cycle route through the remote and spectacular islands of the Outer Hebrides.
How hard is the Hebridean way?
The gradients are (mostly) gentle, the surfaces are smooth, but the weather could be your greatest challenge. Most of the time, the Hebridean weather is mild, and you can enjoy glorious sun in the summer months. Yet when the mood takes it, the weather can be Biblical.
How many islands are there in Hebridean way?
10 islands
The Hebridean Way walking offers keen hikers a unique opportunity to walk the length of this spectacular archipelago. Over the course of 156 miles (252km) the route goes through 10 islands, crosses 6 causeways and includes two stunning ferry journeys.
Can you drive the Hebridean way?
Driving on the Outer Hebrides is an experience in itself. The roads are narrow and mainly single track meaning you adopt a slow speed of driving. After you have spent a couple of days cruising the empty roads you slip into the slow pace of life.
How do you do the Hebridean?
How to cycle: The Hebridean Way
- Tell me more: The far-flung island chain of the Outer Hebrides – also called the Western Isles – has long been popular with cyclists.
- Day 1: Vatersay to Daliburgh.
- Day 2: Daliburgh to Clachan.
- Day 3: Clachan to Berneray.
- Day 4: Berneray to Tarbert.
- Day 5: Tarbert to Callanish.
Are the Outer Hebrides hilly?
The Clisham, the highest hill in the Outer Hebrides, at almost 800 metres and Mealaisbhal in Uig is the highest summit in Lewis. Heading south, to the east of North Uist there the rugged hills of North and South Lee and Eaval, and are in sharp contrast to the relatively flat landscape to the west.
How long does it take to cycle Arran round?
six hours
The circuit of Arran is 56 miles. For most of us this is a perfectly reasonable distance to complete in less than six hours. If riders want to add mileage to the route they can cycle a figure of eight of the island making use of the short but hilly “string” road that cuts the island in two.
Is Stornoway in the Outer Hebrides?
Stornoway, Gaelic Steornabhagh, burgh and largest town and port of the Outer Hebrides islands of Scotland. It is the chief town of Lewis, on the island of Lewis and Harris. It is part of the Western Isles council area and the historic county of Ross-shire in the historic region of Ross and Cromarty.
Can I take my car to the Outer Hebrides?
Vehicle Ferries The Outer Hebrides are linked to the mainland by ferries sailing the routes from Ullapool to Stornoway, Uig to Tarbert, Uig to Lochmaddy and Oban to Castlebay and Lochboisdale. There are also inter-island ferries sailing from Barra to Eriskay and Berneray to Harris.
Is the Outer Hebrides expensive?
Travelling to the Outer Hebrides will be the most expensive part of your trip but, compared to a twenty-two day interrail pass that costs £180, it still offers serious value for money.
How long is a lap of Arran?
The best known rides on the island are to circumnavigate Arran, a demanding 55 miles, or complete the 5 Ferries Ride Challenge. The String and The Ross are the two big climbs that cross the island; they’re steep and challenging.
Can you cycle around Arran in a day?
The circuit of Arran is 56 miles. For most of us this is a perfectly reasonable distance to complete in less than six hours. If riders want to add mileage to the route they can cycle a figure of eight of the island making use of the short but hilly “string” road that cuts the island in two.
Do they speak English in Stornoway?
Not a word of English is spoken; the conversation is entirely in Scots Gaelic. Stepping inside the club in Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis, is like entering a different world.
How do you walk the Hebridean way?
The Hebridean Way passes through rugged hills, along dazzling white shell beaches and across miles and miles of open moorland. The route can be walked in either direction but our suggested itinerary is from south to north as described in the Cicerone guide book.
From Vatersay to the Butt of Lewis, The Hebridean Way is a truly iconic island experience. Spanning nearly 200 miles across 10 breathtaking islands, the route boasts rugged hills and dazzling Atlantic coastline, with plenty of pit stops to rest, refuel, restock and repair along the way.
What is the best way to walk the route?
We recommend you walk the rout south to north as the prevailing wind is south westerly. Each sections covers a typical day’s walk and you can find more details about each of these sections, facilities, points of interest and Pit Stops nearby.