Tomintoul, one of Scotland's highest villages, is set within the Northern slopes of the Cairngorms at a height of approximately 1,132 feet. The village was founded in 1775 by the Duke of Gordon as a designed community to accommodate local crofters and bolster the whisky and cattle sectors. The village has a long high street and a central square.
Set in the popular whisky region of Moray, The Whisky Castle is a must-visit in the village. The Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre is a gateway to understanding the region's past, wildlife, and whisky traditions. It is an ideal starting point for discovering the Tomintoul and the surrounding area.
Part of the Cairngorms Dark Sky Park, Tomintoul provides some incredible night skies. A short drive away is the Lecht Ski Centre. The surrounding hills provide some excellent hill walking and wildlife. Glenlivet Distillery is a 7-mile drive away, offering tours and whisky tastings. Discover Grantown-on-Spey on the banks of the River Spey, known for its salmon fishing. Some 25 miles away, Aviemore is a paradise for nature lovers, with plenty of hill walking, skiing, and mountain biking.
