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About Balnain

Balnain lies on Loch Ness's western shore, seven kilometres south of Drumnadrochit via the A82. Long-distance visitors approach from Glasgow (160km) or Inverness (30km), whilst locals use it for quick trips to Drumnadrochit or connections toward Glen Affric. There are roughly four fast chargers nearby, mainly around Drumnadrochit. The settlement offers excellent views across to Fort Augustus, where you can watch the Caledonian Canal locks in operation.

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Balnain is in Scotland, at 57.336, -4.582 - about 17 km south-west of Balmore, Highland.

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The closest airport to Balnain is Inverness Airport, 46 km (about 43 min by car).

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