The highlands Ski Resort Aviemore

Aviemore is located about 30 miles by road south east of Water's Edge in the Scottish Highlands and takes approximately a half hour to reach by car. It is the a major ski centre in the area and there are many other facilities catering for tourists. 

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Aviemore and the Scottish Highlands conjure up many images but whether your sense of adventure tends towards the relaxing or the exhilarating, the Cairngorms National Park with Aviemore at its heart, is the perfect place in every sense. Nestled in the heart of Scotland, the Cairngorms, Aviemore and the Scottish Highlands are one of Europe's last and most enduringly beautiful wild places. However, the region of Aviemore has an energy, vitality and experience that makes a completely contemporary environment for work, play and everything in between.

This beautiful part of the Scottish Highlands is totally accessible by road, rail or air and however far you have to travel, nothing beats the warmth (Scottish weather permitting!) of a traditional Scottish Highland welcome.

Aviemore and the Cairngorms are entirely accommodating in every sense; the Scottish Highlands is the place to find adventure and discover that true perfection really does exist.

At the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, the area covering Grantown on Spey, Dulnain Bridge, Carrbridge, Aviemore, Glenmore, Kincraig, Insh, Kingussie, Newtonmore, Laggan and Dalwhinnie provides the perfect place to base an outdoor holiday in Scotland. From mountain biking to hill walking, snowboarding to kayaking, quad biking to clay pigeon shooting and a range of unbelievably beautiful walks almost everywhere you go, Aviemore and the Cairngorms is the perfect centre to take activity holidays or short breaks in Scotland.

Aviemore offers peace and tranquillity as part of the package, adventure comes as standard and everything lies at the heart of the Cairngorms - an area of true Scottish perfection.

Throughout the Visit Aviemore site you'll find a wealth of information especially designed to ensure that your holiday allows you to get a real taste of the Scottish Highlands - whether your interests lie in visiting the splendour of the Cairngorms National Park, skiing, fishing, or simply sampling the local whiskies, our tourist information site has information about activities throughout the Highlands and Islands.

Search the site to find accommodation, including hotels, lodges, privately owned estates and the perfect places for exciting family holidays and hidden away romantic weekends in the stunning scenery of Scotland.

Aviemore is a village that has given birth to the gradual and exciting growth of outdoor activities and pursuits evident today.  Recognised by all initially, for it’s famous ski slopes, Aviemore is now a force to be reckoned with and plays a vital part in the Scottish Tourist Industry. This is due, in part, to its unique setting in some of the most imposing and awesome surroundings in the Highlands of Scotland but the Railway and Queen Victoria’s passionate love of the Highlands have also helped to put it on the map.

Aviemore in The Cairngorms National Park

Aviemore, situated as it is in the centre of The Cairngorms National Park, and at the head of the Speyside Way, easily accessible by rail, bus and car, is a village “for all seasons” firmly set in the 21^st Century. There is a diverse range of pursuits available for tourists and visitors of all ages together with a year round programme of festivals and events.

Accommodation, Restaurants & Visitor Attractions in Aviemore

Aviemore is now enjoying the natural progression of community growth associated with a seriously popular and thriving holiday area.  New housing (in keeping with the architecture of the area), visitor attractions, retail outlets, leisure amenities, excellent eateries, first class hotel, bed and breakfast hostel and self catering accommodation, together with more than adequate health, public and transport services. Add to these the Scottish Highland Heritage, natural beauty and culture and Aviemore is the ideal location for an Outdoor Activity Holiday in Scotland