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The Great Britain Guide

Gorges · Scottish Highlands

Glen Brighty

Glen Brighty — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Looking towards Glen Brighty and Caenlochan Glen - geograph.org.uk - 3100159

Alan O'Dowd — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.

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Place summary

Glen Brighty is a gorge located in the Scottish Highlands. It features steep cliffs and a flowing river, characteristic of the region's rugged landscape. The gorge offers visitors a glimpse of the natural beauty typical of the Highlands, making it a notable geological feature. Surrounding areas may provide opportunities for walking and exploring the diverse flora and fauna.

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Coordinates
56.8381, -3.3633

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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

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Where to eat & stay near Glen Brighty

Places to stay

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Campsites · Scottish Highlands

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Glenshee Glamping — a campsite in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Prosen Hostel

Prosen Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Braemar Caravan Park

Braemar Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

Rucksacks Braemar

Rucksacks Braemar — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Hotels · Scottish Highlands

Fife Arms Hotel

Fife Arms Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Strath Vagastie — a gorge in scotland highlands.

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Gorges · Scottish Highlands

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Glen Urquhart — a gorge in scotland highlands.

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Gleann Udalain — a gorge in scotland highlands.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Glen Brighty?
Glen Brighty is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Glen Brighty?
Glen Brighty — a gorge in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Glen Brighty?
Its coordinates are 56.8381°, -3.3633°.