Here are just some of the many highlights in the Trossachs featuring attractions, town, villages and natural wonders. Plan a trip to the Trossachs.

For over 40 years the Friends of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs - has been working to protect, promote and provide for this special part of Scotland.

It is not often that fairies kidnap a minister, but this was the fate of Robert Kirk. Read his legendary story in this feature and then take a walk up Down Hill.

The story of Loch Katrine's waterworks the water supply for much of west and central Scotland since it was opened just over 160 years ago by Queen Victoria.

You can stay under canvas either close by a Trossachs lochs, or village setting. Here are some options for locations to stay, all require advanced bookings.

Take a walk along Main Street in Aberfoyle and visit the brightly coloured shops, selling treats and souvenirs. A resurgence of the Gateway to the Trossachs.