Scottish Highlands

🔮 The Wizarding World: Ultimate Guide to Harry Potter Filming Locations in the Scottish Highlands Calling all Potterheads! The Scottish Highlands are a must-visit magical pilgrimage—this is essentially Hogwarts’ "backyard," where over half of the series’ most breathtaking outdoor scenes were filmed. Let’s break down the iconic filming spots where you can recreate the magic through your lens: ✅ The Hogwarts Express & Glenfinnan Viaduct Remember the heart-pounding scene in Chamber of Secrets where Harry and Ron chase the train in the flying car? This 19th-century stone viaduct is where the steam train "puffs" its way to Hogwarts! 🚂 Schedule: The Jacobite Steam Train runs between Fort William and Mallaig (peak season: 4x daily at 10:45 AM, 1:20 PM, 3:10 PM, 6:05 PM). Pro tip: Arrive early at the viewpoint to secure your spot! ✨ Bonus: Visit nearby Fort William to see the train up close—or even board it for a ride straight out of the films. ✅ Hogwarts Lake Views & Loch Shiel After Glenfinnan, don’t miss Loch Shiel—the mirror-like lake that reflected Hogwarts’ silhouette in the films. Fun fact: The Triwizard Tournament’s underwater task in Goblet of Fire was filmed here too! ✅ Hagrid’s Hut & Glencoe’s Wild Romance This rugged valley doubled as the Forbidden Forest’s edge and the setting for Hagrid’s hut in Prisoner of Azkaban. It’s also where Hermione punched Malfoy! The U-shaped ice-carved glen feels eerily magical—perfect for dramatic photos. #Scottish Highlands #England