Dun Troddan is a very well preserved broch in a stunning location in Glen Elg. The broch stands to about 25 feet high (about 8 metres) at its highest point. The walls are made of two thin shells with a gap between them. In the gap are stone stairs rising to galleries.
The main entrance is set at right angles to the stairs within the walls, so any intruder would have to progress around the wall before being able to access the wall cavity.
Another measure of defence was provided by a small guard chamber immediately beside the entrance. As you look at the broch interior walls you will notice two ledges, which probably provided support for interior timber floors.
About 500 metres to the west is Dun Telve, one of the best-preserved brochs in the Highlands. It is well worth a combined trip to see both brochs.
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About Dun Troddan Broch
Address: Conrary,
Lochalsh,
Highlands,
Scotland
Attraction Type: Prehistoric Site - Broch
Location: On the minor road up Glenelg to Balvraid
Website: Dun Troddan Broch
Historic Scotland
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OS: NG834172
Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
Opening Details: Open access site, usually accessible at any reasonable time
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NEARBY HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low to exceptional) on historic interest
Dun Telve Broch - 0.3 miles (Prehistoric Site) 
Totaig Broch - 5.3 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Eilean Donan Castle - 6.3 miles (Castle) 
Balmacara Estate and Lochalsh Woodland Garden - 6.8 miles (Garden) 
Castle Moil (Caisteal Maol) - 7.4 miles (Castle)
Kintail and Morvich - 8.4 miles (Countryside)
Glen Shiel Battlefield - 10.4 miles (Countryside)
Knock Castle - 11 miles (Castle)
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Glenelg, Highlands and Islands
Sleeps: 6
Stay from: £452 - 1548
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