Search for Swiss walker missing in Scottish mountains for a week

A search is ongoing for a Swiss walker last seen in the Scottish mountains a week ago.

Bernard Trottet, who has been hiking alone, was last heard from several miles north of Glenfinnan at Corryhully bothy, on Tuesday, May 27.

The 65-year-old was planning to walk north to Kinloch Hourn on the Cape Wrath trail and then on to a campsite in the Morvich area but failed to arrive.

He is described as a French-speaking Swiss national, around 5ft 10ins tall, of medium build, with grey hair.

Bernard Trottet wearing an orange jacket walking the Cape Wrath Trail. Facebook

He is likely to be wearing an orange Arc’teryx jacket, black walking trousers and a green baseball cap.

He is carrying a light grey backpack with a front attachment and is using a light grey Zpacks tent.

The Cape Wrath Trail is a more than 200-mile long-distance route from Fort William to the most north-westerly point of Scotland.

The unofficial, unmarked route is widely considered to be the toughest long-distance walk in the UK.

Police say extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace Bernard, with assistance from air support and mountain rescue.

Sergeant Brian Heriot said: “Bernard is an experienced walker but it is unusual for him not to be in contact with his family, and concerns are growing for his welfare.

“He is believed to be wearing a distinctive orange coat and we are asking walkers and others out and about in the area to think back and get in touch if they remember seeing anyone that matches Bernard’s description.

“If you have seen Bernard or know where he might be then please get in touch.”

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 2096 of Saturday, May 31, 2025.