Duisgeir

Island in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Duisgeir

Ruins and a house, Ardslave A view to the south east over the eastern coast of Harris.
Ruins and a house, Ardslave Credit: Richard Dorrell

Duisgeir is a small island located off the coast of Inverness-shire in the Scottish Highlands. It is situated in the Inner Hebrides, specifically in the Sound of Mull. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural history.

Covering an area of approximately 2 square kilometers, Duisgeir is sparsely populated, with only a few residents. The island is characterized by rugged coastlines, rocky cliffs, and rolling hills, which provide a picturesque backdrop for visitors. The vegetation consists mainly of heather, grasses, and scattered trees.

Duisgeir is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The island offers various activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. Seals, otters, and a wide range of bird species can often be spotted along the coastline.

The island also holds historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and burial sites dating back to prehistoric times. Visitors can explore the ruins of old stone structures and gain insight into the lives of the early inhabitants.

Access to Duisgeir is primarily by boat, with regular ferry services available from nearby ports. The island does not have any permanent accommodation or facilities, so visitors are advised to bring their own supplies and be mindful of the fragile ecosystem.

In summary, Duisgeir is a beautiful and secluded island in Inverness-shire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and explore its fascinating history.

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Duisgeir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.802542/-6.8349449 or Grid Reference NG1289. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruins and a house, Ardslave A view to the south east over the eastern coast of Harris.
Ruins and a house, Ardslave
A view to the south east over the eastern coast of Harris.
Loch Gheocrab One of the larger sea lochs on the east coast of Harris.
Loch Gheocrab
One of the larger sea lochs on the east coast of Harris.
Beachrabhaic Only a handful of houses make up the hamlet of Beacravik.
Beachrabhaic
Only a handful of houses make up the hamlet of Beacravik.
Inlet of Loch Gheocrab
Inlet of Loch Gheocrab
Turning for Aird Shleibhe
Turning for Aird Shleibhe
House around Ob Leasaid near Manais Old and new houses around Ob Leasaid - a typical inlet in the Bays area of South Harris
House around Ob Leasaid near Manais
Old and new houses around Ob Leasaid - a typical inlet in the Bays area of South Harris
Old school at Manais
Old school at Manais
Shed at Manais The wood carving looks to be a copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen. The sign to the right of the carving has been taken? borrowed? nicked? from the Roghadal Hotel.
Shed at Manais
The wood carving looks to be a copy of one of the Lewis Chessmen. The sign to the right of the carving has been taken? borrowed? nicked? from the Roghadal Hotel.
Part of the Golden Road at Manais
Part of the Golden Road at Manais
Old school and Telephone box at Manais
Old school and Telephone box at Manais
Ob Leasaid from Aird Shleibhe road
Ob Leasaid from Aird Shleibhe road
Communications mast
Communications mast
Bus shelter, Àird Shleibhe Seats provided in the bus shelter.
Bus shelter, Àird Shleibhe
Seats provided in the bus shelter.
Rough grazing, Àird Shleibhe
Rough grazing, Àird Shleibhe
Cnoc na Brathan Large expanses of ice scoured gneiss. A typical landscape in South Harris.
Cnoc na Brathan
Large expanses of ice scoured gneiss. A typical landscape in South Harris.
Towards Aird Sleibhe This view was taken from near Manais,looking out to sea.
Towards Aird Sleibhe
This view was taken from near Manais,looking out to sea.
Loch Bheacrabhaig Loch Beacravik is an arm of the sea loch Loch Geocrab.
Loch Bheacrabhaig
Loch Beacravik is an arm of the sea loch Loch Geocrab.
Geocrab A dispersed settlement around the head of Loch Geocrab.
Geocrab
A dispersed settlement around the head of Loch Geocrab.
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Duisgeir is located at Grid Ref: NG1289 (Lat: 57.802542, Lng: -6.8349449)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///evenly.point.harmonica. Near Tarbert, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Located within 500m of 57.802542,-6.8349449
Loch Stocanais
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 57.8066992/-6.8374754
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