The Corrimony Chambered Cairn is a Neolithic-era burial site located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The cairn is a circular mound of stones surrounded by a ring of 11 standing stones, with a central chamber containing three compartments. The entrance to the chamber is marked by two large stones, with the largest stone weighing around 2.5 tons. The cairn is approximately 18 meters in diameter and 3 meters high, making it one of the largest and most impressive chambered cairns in Scotland. The site dates back to around 3000-2500 BC and is believed to have been used for the burial of important individuals or families. The Corrimony Chambered Cairn is a significant archaeological site and a popular tourist attraction in the Scottish Highlands.
Interesting but not really worth the drive up a narrow potholed road
Absolute hidden gem of ancient heritage. Beautifully maintained, well fenced off and easily accessible on foot or by car. The small site is accompanied by an informative sign to get some lovely lesson on the cairns history.
Never seen such a thing before so was interested to see it. I wasn't disappointed and even crawled inside!
To the untrained eye you would just see a pile of pebbles, but when you read up on the history of the Cairns, there are fascinating places, definitely worth a 15 minute stop to break up your road trip through Scotland. If you want to increase the air of mystery I recommend visiting here at night, it's so spooky, don't go alone ! . Parking available in a small lay-by 2 minutes walk away
Chambered Cairn a short drive from Drumnadrochit on the A831. Ample parking a short distance away (100 yds) and an information board give a insight to this 4000 year old site.
This is a really nice piece of history in a very scenic and relaxing location. It is usually not too busy and there is plenty of parking nearby. The cairn is lovely to view from the outside, and the inside of the cairn can be accessed by crawling into a tunnel entrance.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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Interesting but not really worth the drive up a narrow potholed road
Absolute hidden gem of ancient heritage. Beautifully maintained, well fenced off and easily accessible on foot or by car. The small site is accompanied by an informative sign to get some lovely lesson on the cairns history.
Never seen such a thing before so was interested to see it. I wasn't disappointed and even crawled inside!
To the untrained eye you would just see a pile of pebbles, but when you read up on the history of the Cairns, there are fascinating places, definitely worth a 15 minute stop to break up your road trip through Scotland. If you want to increase the air of mystery I recommend visiting here at night, it's so spooky, don't go alone ! . Parking available in a small lay-by 2 minutes walk away
Chambered Cairn a short drive from Drumnadrochit on the A831. Ample parking a short distance away (100 yds) and an information board give a insight to this 4000 year old site.
This is a really nice piece of history in a very scenic and relaxing location. It is usually not too busy and there is plenty of parking nearby. The cairn is lovely to view from the outside, and the inside of the cairn can be accessed by crawling into a tunnel entrance.
