Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
A' Chailleach
In or near Newtonmore.
A' Chailleach — Named summit at 930 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Newtonmore · 6.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
A' Chailleach is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 930 m.". Coordinates: 57.1096°, -4.1794°.
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Official information
A' Chailleach is a mountain located in the Monadhliath range, popular among hikers and climbers. Visitors can enjoy scenic views and various hiking routes that connect to other nearby peaks. The area is known for its natural beauty and offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
From the Wikipedia article
A' Chailleach (Scottish Gaelic for 'the old woman or Cailleach') is one of the Monadhliath Mountains of Scotland. It lies seven kilometres (4+1⁄2 miles) northwest of Newtonmore and the Spey Valley. It is a Munro with a summit elevation of 929 metres (3,048 ft).
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- Coordinates
- 57.1096, -4.1794
- Address
- Highland, Scotland
- Nearest railway station
- Newtonmore — 6.7 km
- Official site
- www.hill-bagging.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n273884437 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: A' Chailleach (Monadhliath Mountains) (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: A' Chailleach , Munro No 251 - geograph.org.uk - 252626.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is A' Chailleach?
- A' Chailleach is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is A' Chailleach?
- A' Chailleach — Named summit at 930 m.
- How do I get to A' Chailleach?
- The nearest railway station is Newtonmore, about 6.7 km away. Its coordinates are 57.1096°, -4.1794°.
- Is A' Chailleach free to visit?
- Yes, A' Chailleach is free to enter.
- How do I get to A' Chailleach?
- The nearest railway station is Newtonmore, about 6.7 km away.