Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Gallanach, dun
In or near Dunbeg.
Gallanach, dun — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Ron Lee — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oban · 5.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gallanach, dun is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Place summary
Gallanach is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features remains of a dun, a type of fortified settlement commonly associated with the Iron Age in Scotland. The site offers insights into early Scottish habitation and defensive structures.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.3761, -5.5272
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA34 4QL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Oban — 5.2 km
Sources
- osm: way/1393684144 (ODbL)
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Dùn Ormidale
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Meall Buidhe
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Places to stay
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The Lancaster Hotel
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gallanach, dun?
- Gallanach, dun is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA34 4QL).
- What is Gallanach, dun?
- Gallanach, dun — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gallanach, dun?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA34 4QL.
- Is Gallanach, dun free to visit?
- Yes, Gallanach, dun is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gallanach, dun?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA34 4QL.