Firth of Clyde

The Firth of Clyde is a sea inlet on the west coast of Scotland that stretches from the port city of Glasgow out to the islands. Several wide arms branch inland, while the Kintyre Peninsula separates the outer part from the open Atlantic.

The inlet served in World War II as an important naval base for Allied forces and as an assembly point for Atlantic convoys. Later the region transformed from a shipbuilding center into an area with tourism and ferry traffic.

The name comes from the River Clyde, which flows into the sea at Glasgow and shaped shipbuilding and trade for centuries. Along the shores stand remnants of old shipyards and lighthouses that make life by the water visible today.

Regular ferries connect the mainland with the inhabited islands and offer routes to Arran, Bute, and Great Cumbrae. Those wanting to explore the area will find several piers and viewpoints along the coast.

The Highland Boundary Fault crosses the inlet at Toward Point and creates different geological formations in the region. On both sides of this line the landscape changes visibly, from soft lowland to rough highland.

Location: Scotland

GPS coordinates: 55.66667,-5.00000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:51