On the hill above the town lies Tarbert
Castle and ancient but ruined building. It is not far from
the centre of the town and provides wonderful views across
Loch Fyne to the Cowal Peninsula.
This
is a nice walk for visitors and locals alike. This is also
the starting point of the Kintyre way, A mostly coastal walk
from here all the way to the south of the Mull of Kintyre a
total route of about 90 miles. There are also smaller
walks many with great views both over Loch Fyne and on the
west side over West Loch Tarbert to the islands beyond.
On the other side of the village there
are some nice walks to the white shore in Barfad Farmlands . Seen on
the left of the picture above.
There is a ferry from
the harbour to Portavadie on the Cowal Peninsula where many people
go for a day trip either to tour by car or just to get off the ferry
and enjoy the woodland and coastal walks which are there. A good
lunch with great views can be had at the Portavadie Marina.
A few miles
south are the great ruins of Skipness Castle with views
across to the Isle of Arran. A ferry to Arran is available
in the summer season from Claonaig near Skipness.
The castle is
free to visit and you can even go out onto the battlements.
There are many walks nearby and the area is generally very
quiet
In
short though, Tarbert is the Gateway to the Mull of Kintyre
Peninsula and the southern islands. There are many castles, walks
and beaches to visit as well as quiet roads to drive and view the
spectacular scenery.
For those who really
enjoy the outdoors there is mountain biking, angling, surfing,
sailing, and much much more all within easy distance of this
wonderful wee town
