Castles · Central Scotland
Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins)
In or near Lochawe.
Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Kim McGillivray — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Loch Awe · 2.7 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) is a castle located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Fraoch Eilean Castle is a ruin located in the Scottish Highlands. Its historical significance is tied to its strategic position, though specific details about its construction or ownership are not provided. The site offers a glimpse into Scotland's medieval past amidst a scenic landscape.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.3810, -5.0648
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA33 1AW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Loch Awe — 2.7 km
Sources
- osm: way/361372994 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins)?
- Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA33 1AW).
- What is Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins)?
- Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins)?
- The nearest railway station is Loch Awe, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA33 1AW.
- Does Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) charge admission?
- Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins) typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Fraoch Eilean Castle (ruins)?
- The nearest railway station is Loch Awe, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA33 1AW.