Old Man of Storr
Old Man of Storr is one of the narrated stops on the self-guided Scottish Highlands audio walking tour in Gingerguide. Plan about ~120 min here. Press play at the spot for its two to three minute story, or ask the AI guide anything about it.
- Type nature
- Suggested visit ~120 min
- Scottish Highlands Scottish Highlands guide
About Old Man of Storr
An iconic pinnacle of rock on the Isle of Skye, rising dramatically from the Trotternish Ridge with panoramic views.
The Old Man of Storr is a dramatic rocky pinnacle that stands 49 metres tall on the Trotternish peninsula of the Isle of Skye. It is the remains of an ancient volcanic landscape that has been shaped by millions of years of erosion and massive landslips. The hike to the Storr is one of the most popular on Skye, taking about 1-2 hours round trip and rewarding walkers with spectacular views over the Sound of Raasay to the Scottish mainland.
Did you know? The Old Man of Storr was not summited until 1955, it remains a serious rock-climbing challenge.
How long should you spend at Old Man of Storr?
Plan about ~120 min at Old Man of Storr. That is enough to take it in and hear its narrated story; stay longer if it grabs you. The tour is self-guided, so there is no rush.
Is Old Man of Storr worth visiting?
Old Man of Storr is one of the 12 sights the Gingerguide team researched and narrated in Scottish Highlands, so it earns a place on a self-guided walk. Its story explains why it matters, and you can ask the AI guide anything the story leaves open.
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