Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Achnabreck
In or near Ardrishaig.
Achnabreck — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Terry Levinthal — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Achnabreck is a other located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
Official information
Achnabreck features remarkable Neolithic rock art, showcasing intricate carvings believed to be around 5,000 years old. Visitors can explore extensive and complex designs, including spirals and large ring marks, set within a historically rich glen.
Place summary
Achnabreck is located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its prehistoric rock carvings, which date back to the Neolithic period. The site is significant for its ancient petroglyphs, showcasing the region's early human activity.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0608, -5.4459
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA31 8SG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Opening
- Open all year round
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- osm: node/276709288 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Achnabreck?
- Achnabreck is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA31 8SG).
- What is Achnabreck?
- Achnabreck — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Achnabreck?
- Drivers can use postcode PA31 8SG.
- Is Achnabreck free to visit?
- Yes, Achnabreck is free to enter.
- How do I get to Achnabreck?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA31 8SG. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.