Applecross

Scotland

Applecross occupies a remote peninsula on Scotland's northwest coast, reached by two contrasting routes that epitomise Highland driving. The famous Bealach na Bà climbs dramatically from the A896 with hairpin bends and 20% gradients, while the gentler coastal alternative via Shieldaig takes longer but stays open year-round. Both involve challenging single-track sections requiring careful planning. The village inn's sign reading "No through road for 66 miles" perfectly captures this gloriously isolated destination.