Reelig Glen

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Reelig Glen is a quiet woodland nature reserve known for having some of the tallest trees in Britain. Located just outside Inverness, it offers peaceful forest walks along the River Farrar and is ideal for nature lovers seeking a calm escape.

What to See & Do

  • 🏰 Castle Exterior: Explore preserved walls 🧱 and towers 🛡️
  • 🌅 Scenic Viewpoints: Views of Puente de Alcántara 🌉 and Toledo skyline 🏙️
  • 📸 Photography: Ideal for dramatic medieval ⚔️ photos 🖼️
  • 🚶 Walking Paths: Scenic paths surrounding 🌲 the fortress 🏰
  • 📜 Military History: Learn about Toledo’s defensive 🛡️ past ⚔️

How to Get There

  • 🚄 From Madrid: AVE train to Toledo 🚆 + 10–12 minute walk uphill 🏁
  • 👟 By Foot: Easily accessible from Puente 🌉 de Alcántara 📍
  • 🚗 By Car: Parking available near the castle’s 🏰 base 🅿️

Travel Tips

  • ☀️ Best visited during golden hour 🌅 for dramatic scenery 📸
  • 👟 Wear comfortable shoes for the uphill ⛰️ walk 🚶
  • 💧 Bring water in summer; the area ☀️ can get warm 🌡️
  • 🗺️ Combine with Puente de Alcántara 🌉 for a full medieval route 🏰

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕓 4:30 PM – Arrive at Castillo 🏰 de San Servando 📍
  • 🕔 5:00 PM – Explore viewpoints 🔭 around the fortress 🌄
  • 🕠 5:30 PM – Photograph Puente de Alcántara 🌉 from above 📸
  • 🕕 6:00 PM – Walk down to the riverside 🌊 for sunset 🌇

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daylight hours

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or afternoon

Location

📌 Reelig Glen, near Beauly, Inverness-shire, Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom

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