Ein Mini-Guide zu
Jura: tips and FAQs
Insiderwissen und häufige Fragen
Insiderwissen
Tipps für Ihren Besuch
Plan around the ferry
The Jura ferry is a small council-run car ferry from Port Askaig; check times with Argyll and Bute Council before you travel.
Hillier for cyclists
CalMac notes that Jura is hillier than Islay but much quieter, with a real wilderness feel.
Respect Barnhill
Orwell's Barnhill is a private house; view it only from the track.
FAQ
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Where is Jura?
Jura is in Isle of Jura, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Paps of Jura, Craighouse and the whirlpool of Corryvreckan. Nearby stops and stations include Feolin ferry slipway, Craighouse.
How long do I need in Jura?
A day trip from Islay, or two days to walk. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
Was sind die Highlights?
Highlights include Jura Distillery, Craighouse, Paps of Jura. See the Things to do page for more.
Wie komme ich dorthin?
Nearby: Feolin ferry slipway (Car ferry from Port Askaig on Islay (about 10 minutes)); Craighouse (Island road from Feolin). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Wo kann ich essen und trinken?
We list 2 places to eat and drink in and around Jura, with filters to help you choose.
Wo kann ich übernachten?
Wir führen 1 Hotels und andere Unterkünfte in der Nähe auf. Verfügbarkeit und Preise erfragen Sie bitte direkt bei der jeweiligen Unterkunft.
Is Jura accessible?
Die Barrierefreiheit hängt von Straße, Gebäude und Veranstaltungsort ab. Prüfen Sie vor der Reise die Zugangsinformationen der jeweiligen Attraktion oder des Betreibers.
While you are here
Things to see in Jura
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Jura Distillery
The island's distillery in Craighouse, with guided tours.
Paps of Jura
Three hills on the west of Jura; the highest, Beinn an Òir, reaches 785 m.
Gulf of Corryvreckan
Narrow strait between Jura and Scarba; the Gaelic name means "cauldron of the speckled seas".
Islay and Jura
More areas to explore
Fotonachweise
- Craighouse: Gordon Hatton, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Jura Distillery: Rude Health, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Paps of Jura: Andrew Spenceley, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Gulf of Corryvreckan: Andrew Curtis, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Islay: Dorcas Sinclair, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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