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About Sound, Shetland Islands

Sound lies just outside Lerwick on Shetland's main island, reached via the A970 after taking the ferry from Aberdeen or flying into Tingwall Airport. The settlement overlooks Bressay Sound's sheltered waters, with good EV charging nearby and local roads connecting to Garthspool and the surrounding area. The harbor still welcomes small fishing boats, continuing Shetland's thousand-year maritime heritage.

Where is Sound, Shetland Islands on the map?

Sound, Shetland Islands is in Scotland, at 60.144, -1.171 - about 13 km north of Aithsetter.

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What is the closest airport to Sound, Shetland Islands?

The closest airport to Sound, Shetland Islands is Lerwick / Tingwall Airport, 12 km (about 13 min by car). Other airports nearby: Sumburgh Airport, Foula Airfield.

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