If you are looking for a traditional
Highland village as your vacation destination, you don't have to look any further than Carrbridge. It has a wide range of accommodations to suit any taste and budget and such a selection of attractions to visit that you might need to come back once or twice to see them all. The village is named after the Old Bridge of Carr, which dates back to 1717 to provide a safe way of crossing the River Dulnain. The original plan for the town was not drawn up until the early 1800's, which included 70 plots of land.
During the Second World War, German prisoners were housed here and the Company of Canadian Foresters also stayed in this area. These were called "Newfies" because most of them came from Newfoundland. Many of them married local girls and they started the practice of jumping into from the bridge into the deep pool.
In Carrbridge you can see the oldest stone bridge in the
Highlands in the remains of a curved bridge once used for packhorses. This area is one of scenic beauty surrounded by mountains. It is within easy reach of all major tourist attractions. Visit the Landmark Forestry Heritage and Adventure Park, which is located amid 30 acres of ancient Caledonian Pinewoods. There are many attractions here, such as a water slide and steam powered saw mill. Take the tree top trail through the forest to get up close and personal with nature.
There are also many trails in the woods surrounding Carrbridge where you can enjoy the great outdoors and the peace of nature. Take a walk up Station Road and up under A9, which takes you to the River Dulnain. Carrbridge is the first of the Scottish ski resorts with skiing in the Cairngorms in winter. The village also offers a pony trekking service, a challenging 9–hole gold course and mountain bike adventures. It is also the home of traditional Celtic music, so drop into the pub for a drink and listen to some of the locals playing and singing.
