Eigg (/ ɛɡ / eg; Scottish Gaelic: Eige) is one of the Small Isles in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. It lies to the south of the island of Skye and to the north of the Ardnamurchan peninsula. Eigg is nine kilometres ( miles) long from north to south, and five kilometres (three miles) east to west.

The Isle of Eigg is one of the four Small Isles. Five miles long by three miles wide, Eigg lies 12 miles off Mallaig on Scotland’s west coast, just south of the Isle of Skye. Eigg has a fascinating history, superb wildlife and a vibrant community.

The Isle of Eigg is one of the smallest islands in the Hebrides (it has a total area of only 12 square miles) but it has one of the most diverse landscapes in Scotland, making it a must-visit destination for tourists.

Community owned Eigg has a fascinating history, superb wildlife and a vibrant community. Whether you climb An Sgurr, watch eagles fly over white beaches, or learn about the world’s first renewably powered electricity grid, Eigg has something for everyone to enjoy.

Find out about Eigg’s pioneering community buy-out ushered in land reform in Scotland, giving islanders control of their future for the first time. Among other achievements, Eigg has the first completely wind, water and sun-powered renewable electricity grid in the world.

Eigg is one of the Small Isles, lying 10 miles off the west coast of Scotland, and with a population of just under 100. The name means "notched" and it's a moorland plateau cleaved by a valley, with the dramatic scarp of An Sgurr looming over it.

2019年4月26日 · Though only 10 miles off the west coast of Scotland —a five-hour drive from Glasgow —Eigg seems a world away, living off its own, sustainable electrical grid.

Eigg is famous for its community ownership and self-sufficient renewable energy scheme, making Eigg home to the world’s first renewable energy grid. It’s a small and pretty island with a fascinating geological feature, spectacular white sand shores and unparalleled views out to Rum.

2019年10月31日 · Eigg is one of the Small Isles in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. Third, this tiny island (only 5.5 x 3 miles) packs a punch in terms of its natural and artificial treasures.

Slow Pace & Peace Time in your hands, at the speed you make it. Rise with the dawn and rest with the dusk. Eat when you're ready and not by the book. Paddle and potter, read and roam. No deadlines or to do lists. Just peaceful time on slow Eigg time.