Hidden deep within the Ben Cruachan mountain is a monster engineering project playing it’s part in our mission to become a more eco-friendly country – the Cruachan Hydro-electric Power Station.
Over 60,000 visitors a year pass through the power station which is classified as 5 star by Visit Scotland. The size of the project is where things start getting impressive with a massive central chamber which would easily house the height of the Tower of London. Inside the chamber huge turbines turn the flow of water from the dam on the edge of Loch Awe, into instant electricity to ensure that even during the largest peaks the lights stay on.
As part of the eco-credentials, visitors arriving by bike or local public transport will gain free entry. The Cruachan Power Station is an ideal all weather attraction, and for those who want an outdoor experience you can walk up to see the dam and loch which is also home to many species of wildlife including red deer, osprey and golden eagles.
Useful links:
Map of Ben Cruachan
Cruachan Hydro-electric Power Station
Other attractions around Oban
Hotels around Oban
