Have you ever taken a walk in Scotland and been surrounded by tourist-eating midges? You are not alone! Scottish midges are a notorious summer nuisance and can quickly ruin a fun day outdoors. Fortunately, there are a few tips and tricks to protect yourself from these hellish critters and make sure they don’t spoil your fun. Read on to learn how to protect yourself from the notorious Scottish mosquitoes and enjoy a bug-free outdoor adventure. There are many ways to make sure these bloodthirsty gnats don’t spoil your summer in Scotland. With a little knowledge and preparation, you can protect yourself and enjoy the great outdoors of Scotland without being constantly bitten! Let’s get started!
The Scottish midge is a small fly found in many parts of the world, including Scotland. They are small mosquitoes that travel in swarms of several hundred insects.
They are less than 5 mm long, which makes them smaller than most other common biting insects… but don’t let their size fool you! They fly in clouds and their bites are extremely painful!
Midges are found throughout Scotland, especially in the Highlands. They are particularly widespread and problematic during the summer months, at dawn and dusk… Right during the tourist season!
Sensitive to cold and humidity, they enjoy a delicate balance.
Every trip needs its own set of appropriate clothes! If you too wish to discover the Highlands, then we advise you to take with you adapted clothes, with tight meshes, which will avoid you the most stings!
But let’s be clear, the only effective remedy is the product of the same name “Midges”, sold in most pharmacies and supermarkets in Scotland. However, forget about other repellents: they are more than relatively effective, and are quite expensive.
In case of bites, prefer soothing solutions based on essential oils. Do not hesitate to ask for advice from a Scottish pharmacist if needed! These products are true blessings and really calm the pain and itch!
Beyond spraying yourself with midge repellent, don’t hesitate to follow some basic rules… especially if you’re staying in a midge area!
So, if your accommodation is located near midges, do not hesitate :
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