Broadford to Elgol
B8083Broadford to Elgol · Scotland
Distance14.4mi · 23 km
Drive time30 minon the road
DifficultyModerate
CoastMountainLakes
Single-track run to Elgol beneath the Cuillin mountains.
The B8083 winds from Broadford through Torrin to the fishing hamlet of Elgol on southern Skye, with views across Loch Slapin to the Black Cuillin. It is single-track with passing places for much of its length. Mind the narrow carriageway, blind summits and oncoming local traffic.
Where it runs
BroadfordStart · Scotland
ElgolEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners45bends
Tightness6of 10
Max gradient12%≈ 1-in-8
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb326 mtotal ascent
Summit159 mhighest point · 522 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
159 m rangeKnow before you go
- Single-track passing places
- Blind summits
- Wandering sheep
Along the road
- viewpoint Elgol Viewpoint
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