🚤 Gulf of Corryvreckan

United Kingdom · Europe · 56.15°N, 5.71°W

The Gulf of Corryvreckan, also called the Strait of Corryvreckan, is a narrow strait off the west coast of mainland Scotland. It is located between the islands of Jura and Scarba, in the council area of Argyll and Bute. Its name derives from the Gaelic Coire Bhreacain, meaning 'cauldron of the speckled seas' or 'cauldron of the plaid'.

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Quick facts

Country	United Kingdom
Continent / region	Europe
Coordinates (approx.)	56.15°N, 5.71°W · view on map

Gulf of Corryvreckan is located in United Kingdom, in Europe.

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