Fort William: The largest town in the Western Highlands, Fort William has been place of trade, commerce and tourism for many years. Viewed from the across the waters of Loch Linnhe, on which the town stands, Britain's highest peak, Ben Nevis, towers above, attracting walkers and climbers all year round. Whichever part of the Highlands you choose for your Scotland cottage holiday, it is likely that you will visit Fort William at some point, as the main route from north to south passes through here.