Loch Fyne, Sea inlet in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
Loch Fyne is one of Scotland's longest sea inlets, stretching about 65 kilometers from the Sound of Bute through Argyll and Bute. The waters are ringed by hills and small harbor villages set against green countryside.
The area has long been important to Scottish shipping and trade, particularly after the Crinan Canal opened in 1801 to help vessels avoid sailing around the Kintyre Peninsula. This connection transformed how boats moved between different parts of Scotland's coast.
The name comes from Gaelic origins meaning "fair" or "light." Fishing traditions remain visible in the small harbors and boat activity around the settlements that line the shores.
The A83 road runs along the western shore and the A815 along the eastern shore, both connecting the towns and villages around the water. To explore the banks, you can drive these routes or take smaller roads down to the settlements.
The waters are home to dolphins, porpoises, minke whales, and seals that visitors can sometimes spot in the sheltered bays. This marine life makes the shores interesting for anyone watching for wildlife.
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