Sony Alpha 7 III
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/250 sec
Aperture
f/2.8
Focal Length
45mm
ISO
100
Sligachan Old Bridge & River Sligachan
@kuhrmarvin
The Isle of Skye is full of rugged landscapes, gorgeous coastlines, endless wandering sheep and peculiar folk legends, like the tale from Sligachan Old Bridge. Legend has it that if you stick your face in the river for seven seconds and then let it dry off naturally, you’ll be granted eternal beauty — and whether or not you believe in the story, it's well worth the trip to experience the bridge's undeniable presence.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
- Wide-angle lens (45mm)
How to get there
N57° 17' 24.8172"W6° 10' 24.7872"
This image of the Sligachan Old Bridge was taken from the south side of A87. I stood on the side of the road and then shot south to photograph this perspective of the viaduct.
I recommend driving to this location and instead of taking your car on A87, I think it's best to park at Sligachan Old Bridge Car Park (57.290460, -6.170907) and then walk across A87.
Tips
When to go
Best season
April, May, June, July, August
Best time
Late afternoon
This view of Sligachan Old Bridge and River Sligachan is best photographed during the spring and summer months when the grass is green and the water levels of the river are high.
Visit the bridge during an overcast day for similar dark and stormy conditions.
If skies are clear, then sunrise, sunset and blue hour will give you the best results.
Field tips
Please practice caution and don't stand in the middle road while taking your photos.
It's also important to secure your gear so it doesn't fall to the river below.
I recommend using a wide-angle lens to capture the bridge and its surroundings, including the mountains in the background. I used a 45mm focal length for reference.
Try to align the bridge and the mountains in the background to give the shot one more layer of depth.
If you have a friend with you, have them walk across the bridge — preferably in a vibrantly-colored jacket to add a human element and pop of color to your composition.
Current weather
Isle of Skye
Overcast
57o
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Sun
59o
54o
Mon
54o
52o
Tue
56o
50o
Wed
56o
52o
Thu
57o
52o
Blue Hour
02:23
57o
Overcast
Sunrise
03:32
57o
Overcast
Golden Hour
20:18
57o
Overcast
Sunset
21:26
57o
Overcast
Do nearby
Visit the beautiful Allt Dearg Cottage, which is about a 20-minute walk from the bridge. It's unique in its solitary at the foot of the Black Cuillin and the accommodation is divided into the main cottage that sleeps five and the annex that sleeps three.
Make an overnight trip out of the visit to the bridge and stay at Sligachan Bunkhouse. The hostel has private rooms and a shared kitchen, which is a great way to meet people when traveling.
If you're a fan of hiking, head east and venture up Glamaig. The climb is steep and often times slippery, so I really only suggest checking it out if you're an experienced climber.
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