Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Am Barr
In or near Taynuilt.
Am Barr — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Elliott Simpson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Taynuilt · 3.8 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Am Barr is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Am Barr is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging ascent, with opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding landscape. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and remote wilderness.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4070, -5.2840
- Nearest railway station
- Taynuilt — 3.8 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12614592 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Am Barr?
- Am Barr is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Am Barr?
- Am Barr — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Am Barr?
- The nearest railway station is Taynuilt, about 3.8 km away. Its coordinates are 56.4070°, -5.2840°.
- How do I get to Am Barr?
- The nearest railway station is Taynuilt, about 3.8 km away.