{"id":946,"date":"2022-10-15T14:58:43","date_gmt":"2022-10-15T14:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/highlandguide.co.uk\/?p=946"},"modified":"2022-10-15T14:58:43","modified_gmt":"2022-10-15T14:58:43","slug":"9-must-visit-hollywood-movie-locations-in-the-highlands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/highlandguide.co.uk\/9-must-visit-hollywood-movie-locations-in-the-highlands\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Must-Visit Hollywood Movie Locations in the Highlands"},"content":{"rendered":"

Given the Highlands\u2019 incredible landscape and scenery, it should come as no surprise to hear that the region has served as a backdrop for a number of popular movies and TV shows. From Harry Potter to James Bond, Outlander, The Crown, and Braveheart, the Scottish Highlands have graced our TV screens for years and continue to do so. Featuring rugged mountains, lush glens, stunning lochs, and striking castles, here are nine magical filming locations in the Highlands that are sure to fascinate and captivate you!<\/p>\n

\"Scotland<\/a>Glen Coe <\/strong><\/p>\n

Featured Productions: Braveheart, Harry Potter, Highlander, James Bond: Skyfall, Mary Queen of Scots, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Outlander, Outlaw King, and Rob Roy<\/em><\/p>\n

Praised for its stunning scenery, Glen Coe is, without a doubt, one of the most popular filming locations in the Highlands. The valley and its dramatic landscapes have been featured in several film productions, including Braveheart, James Bond: Skyfall, Outlaw King, Rob Roy, Highlander, Mary Queen of Scots, <\/em>and Outlander. <\/em>However, one of its most notable appearances was in the Harry Potter films, where it served as the location of Hagrid\u2019s Hut, the Hogwarts Bridge, and the Sundial Garden. In addition to this, Glen Coe was prominently featured in Monty Python and the Holy Grail<\/em>, during which it was used as the location for the Bridge of Death.<\/p>\n

Cairngorm National Park <\/strong><\/p>\n

Featured Productions: Centurion, Mary Queen of Scots, Monarch of the Glen, Mrs. Brown, Outlander, Outlaw King, Salmon Fishing in Yemen, The Crown, The Queen, Victoria, and Victoria & Abdul <\/em><\/p>\n

Spanning 4,528 square kilometres, Cairngorm National Park is Scotland\u2019s largest and most filmed national park. Throughout the years, it\u2019s appeared in a number of motion pictures, including Centurion, Outlaw King, The Queen, Victoria & Abdul,<\/em> Mary Queen of Scots, Outlander, <\/em>and Victoria. <\/em>Ardverikie Estate, which is located within the park, is a particularly popular filming location. It\u2019s most famous for its repeated appearances in BBC\u2019s Monarch of the Glen<\/em>, where it served as the Glenbogle Estate. However, it has been featured in several other productions, including The Crown, Salmon Fishing in Yemen, Mrs. Brown, <\/em>and The Missionary.<\/em><\/p>\n

Glen Nevis<\/strong><\/p>\n

Featured Productions: Braveheart, Detective Pikachu, Harry Potter, Highlander, and Roby Roy<\/em><\/p>\n

Home to the UK\u2019s highest mountain peak, Glen Nevis is an iconic destination that\u2019s been featured in several high-profile productions. From Braveheart <\/em>to Detective Pikachu, Harry Potter, Highlander, and Roby Roy,<\/em> this valley has certainly made a name for itself. Some of its most notable appearances include serving as the village of Lanark in Braveheart, <\/em>acting as a backdrop during the Triwizard Tournament in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, <\/em>and setting the scene leading up to the sword fight in Rob Roy.<\/em><\/p>\n

Glen Etive & Loch Etive <\/strong><\/p>\n

Featured Productions: Harry Potter and James Bond: Skyfall<\/em><\/p>\n

A popular destination for scenic drives, Glen Etive has been featured in a couple of significant film productions. Of particular note is James Bond: Skyfall,<\/em> during which the valley served as the location of the Skyfall house. Meanwhile, several Harry Potter <\/em>scenes took place in the neighbouring Loch Etive, a saltwater loch known for its white water rapids. Here you\u2019ll find the island that served as the burial grounds for Dumbledore, as well as the location where Voldemort steals the Elder Wand.<\/p>\n

Glenfinnan Viaduct <\/strong><\/p>\n

Featured Production: Harry Potter<\/em><\/p>\n

Glenfinnan Viaduct is, undoubtedly, one of the most well-known filming locations for Harry Potter<\/em>. This scenic railway bridge has appeared in several of the franchise\u2019s movies, serving as the railroad that leads to Hogwarts. If you like, you can even travel along this route via the Jacobite Steam Train, the same train used as inspiration for the Hogwarts train!<\/p>\n

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