In Summer, the Trossachs Trundler provides a good way to enjoy a great day out around Calendar, the Trossachs and Aberfoyle. The bus stops on request so you can get on or off at any point along the route. So forget the car and do your bit to protect the environment.
Described as the Highlands in miniature, the scenery around the Trossachs is wonderful. Forest covered slopes, dramatic peaks, waterfalls and lovely walks. If you are reasonably fit, you could climb Ben Venue or Ben A'an on the Southern shores of Loch Katrine or Ben Ledi, North of Callendar to be rewarded with unbeatable views.
The Trundler departs from Stirling Bus Station and will take you to
| CALLANDER | |
| At the edge of the Trossachs on the River Teith. Sitting beneath Ben Ledi ( 'The Mountain of God' ). At the southern end of the Pass of Leny, a major gateway to the Highlands and a good location from which to explore the area. A popular resort since the arrival of the railway in the 1860's. The railway disappeared some time ago but there is a bustling main street with a range of traditional and modern shops and where you can visit Rob Roy and the Trossachs Visitor Centre. | |
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| KILMAHOG | |
| Where the waters of the River Leny reach the Lowlands. From the car park you can take the walkway and cycleway which follows the Western bank of the river and the shore of Loch Lubnaig to Strathyre. | |
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| BRIG O'TURK | |
| A hamlet which sits between beautiful Loch Venachar and Loch Achray, with the peaks of Ben Venue and Ben A'an towering around it. Glen Finglas, once an important cattle droving route, cuts deep through the hills above. | |
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| TROSSACHS PIER | |
| From March to October, the SS Sir Walter Scott steams across Loch Katrine, giving passengers stunning views of the landscape. You can walk or cycle round part of the loch and there is a Visitor Centre, souvenir shop and restaurant. | |
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| QUEEN ELIZABETH FOREST PARK VISITOR CENTRE | |
| One mile above Aberfoyle, situated high on up on the Duke's Pass which once belonged to the Duke of Montrose. Walk or cycle on one of the many trails and learn about life in a modern, working forest. The centre has a restaurant, Forest Shop and exhibition area. Managed by the Forestry Commission, the Park covers an area of natural beauty which borders Loch Lomond and includes Loch Ard, Loch Achray and Loch Lubnaig, Ben Venue, Ben A'an and Ben Ledi. | |
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| ABERFOYLE | |
| 20 miles West of StirlingThe Southern gateway to the Trossachs and the beginning of the Scottish Highlands. A good base for walking and pony trekking. The starting point for many walks and cycle routes and site of the Trossachs Discovery Centre. | |
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| PORT OF MENTEITH | |
| Surrounded by fertile farmland and overlooked by the Menteith Hills, this village sits on the shores of Scotland's only Lake. From here, you can take a ferry to the peaceful island of Inchmahome and visit the romantic, 13th century priory where the infant Mary Queen of Scots was sent for safekeeping in 1547. | |
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| Fares | |
| For current fares, contact Stirling Council Public Transport Helpline Tel: 01786 442707 | |
| A Stirling and Trossachs Day Rover will give you unlimited travel for one day on all First Edinburgh bus journeys between Stirling and Callendar. You can buy your Day Rover on the bus or on any First Edinburgh Bus travelling between Stirling and Callendar.
The bus is fully wheelchair accessible and has a bike rack which can carry two bikes. Some luggage space is available for rucksacks. | |
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