Forest bathing at Pass of Killiecrankie

The Pass of Killiecrankie is a steep, tree lined gorge with the River Garry running along its floor, a few miles north of Pitlochry. The National Trust for Scotland looks after it. It is known for the Battle of Killiecrankie, whose first shots were fired here on 27 July 1689, and for the Soldier's Leap, where a fleeing redcoat is said to have jumped 18 feet across the river. Today it is mostly the sound of water and the shade of the trees.

Start at the visitor centre, which covers the gorge's geology, wildlife and history, and has a café run by a local operator. From there, paths lead down into the pass and along the river, with a green footbridge giving views up and down the gorge. The paths near the Soldier's Leap are the busiest; walk on along the river for quieter stretches. Autumn colour in the gorge is a good reason to come late in the year.