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3About Achnahuaigh
Achnahuaigh is a tiny Highland settlement on Sutherland's wild north coast, reached via the A99 from Thurso (45km east) or the A836 from Lairg through the Flow Country. Single-track roads with passing places connect to Tongue and Talmine. Two fast EV chargers serve the area. The village name means "field of the cave" in Gaelic, referring to sandstone sea caves carved into the nearby cliffs.
Where is Achnahuaigh on the map?
Achnahuaigh is in Scotland, at 58.543, -4.441 - about 34 km north-east of Alltnacaillich.
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What is the closest airport to Achnahuaigh?
The closest airport to Achnahuaigh is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 113 km (about 1 h 55 min by car).