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About Hill of Forss

Hill of Forss is a small Highland settlement 5km southwest of Thurso, reached via the A99 from Inverness or A882 locally. The area sits in rolling Caithness countryside with about 4 EV charging points nearby. It's named from Old Norse "fors" meaning waterfall, reflecting the Viking heritage of this northern Scottish region.

Where is Hill of Forss on the map?

Hill of Forss is in Scotland, at 58.586, -3.583 - about 21 km west of Bowermadden.

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The closest airport to Hill of Forss is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 40 km (about 45 min by car).

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