WICK
Wick - Caithness
We all ❤️ Scotland's epic NC500 route... BUT let's be real, it's gotten a bit too popular lately. 😩 Overcrowding, ruthless wild campers... it's not the peaceful escape we crave.
But the breathtaking scenery is still there, and you CAN experience it authentically - with my tips!
Go off-season. Winter's harsh, but spring/autumn are golden. 🍂
Rise and shine! Early mornings = peaceful landscapes, all to yourself. 🌅
Ditch the hotspots. The Wick area is still quiet, with hidden gems galore. ✨
📸 Wick gems to explore:
1️⃣ Castle Sinclair Girnigoe:Perched dramatically on a cliff, free to explore, and surrounded by stunning sea stacks. 🏰
2️⃣ Old Keiss Castle: Picturesque ruins on the cliff edge. 👻
3️⃣ Keiss Harbour: Sleepy, secluded, and oh-so-photogenic with its historic warehouse. ⚓️
4️⃣ Noss Head: A striking white lighthouse amidst rugged cliffs and sea stacks. 🌊
5️⃣ Castle of Old Wick: The castle's a ruin, but the setting is epic, especially on a gloomy day. 🌫️
Scotland is meant to be wild & authentic, not a theme park. Let's keep it that way!
More beautiful Scottish locations in the book
“SCOTLAND - The Storyteller’s Photo Guide”
