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Drift effortlessly along the north face of the Aonach Mor, and enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Great Glen and Ben Nevis, and sometimes even the Inner Hebrides on clear days. You can also take in the sights aboard a Nevis Range mountain gondola ride. Find a knowledgeable rock climbing or mountain guide to show you the best spots on the mountain, and read more about rock climbing experiences you can have on Ben Nevis. There is a variety of routes to choose from, including the Ledge Route and Tower Ridge. It closed in 1904 and it now lies in ruin, but can be used for shelter in emergencies.īeyond hiking There are many other incredible ways to experience Ben Nevis Rock ClimbingĪ rock climber's paradise, the North Face of Ben Nevis has steep jagged cliff edges which are 600m high in places and perfect for rock climbing. It provided hourly meteorological data for almost 20 years, recording some of the UK's most useful information about mountain weather to date. From the top, see if you can point out other peaks including the Torridon hills, Ben Lomond and Morven at Caithness.Ī unique feature of the summit is the Old Observatory, which was opened in 1883. The track starts with a steep climb to the halfway lochan', or Lochan Meall an t-Suidhe, and then the ascent features snaking zig-zag paths up to the summit.Īt the summit, there's a cairn that marks the highest point and your reward on a clear day will be the incredible 360° panoramic vistas which can stretch as far as Northern Ireland.
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The easiest route up the mountain, the track begins at the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre car park, at Achintee on the east side of Glen Nevis about 2 km from the town centre of Fort William, and approximately 20 m above sea level. The Mountain Track Best route for: Beginners Looking for something different? Try these 9 alternative must-climb hills to Ben Nevis in Scotland. Check the FAQs section below for safety advice. You'll need a good amount of hillwalking experience, fitness, hill craft and navigation skills using a map and compass, before attempting any Scottish mountains, even more so in winter.
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Remember it's never 'easy' to bag a Scottish Munro or Corbett. Read on for an overview of walking routes up the mountain, or visit Walk Highlands for detailed maps, difficulty levels and walking advice. The name itself has two translations from the ancient Gaelic language, meaning 'mountain with its head in the clouds', thanks to its iconic mist-shrouded peak, or it can also mean 'venomous mountain' – you can decide which translation you prefer after the climb!
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At the summit, there is evidence of an explosion in the form of light-coloured granite. Whether you're an avid ambler or you just love beautiful landscapes, bagging 'the Ben' is likely to feature near the top of your Scottish bucket list.Īn ancient giant of the land, Ben Nevis was once a massive active volcano which exploded and collapsed inwards on itself millions of years ago. In the north west Highlands, near the town of Fort William and part of the Grampian Mountain range, the famous peak attracts 125k walkers a year. Experiencing Ben Nevis Scotland's landscape is scattered with Munros and mist-shrouded hills.īut Ben Nevis is the king of them all.