Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
An Cruachan
In or near Ardifuir,dun 2400m W of Poltalloch.
An Cruachan — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Jim Barton — 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)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. An Cruachan 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
An Cruachan is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic vistas, making it a notable feature of the landscape. The area is popular for outdoor activities, including hiking and climbing, attracting enthusiasts keen to explore its natural beauty. The mountain's prominence in the region contributes to the diverse geography of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1436, -5.7097
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612869 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is An Cruachan?
- An Cruachan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is An Cruachan?
- An Cruachan — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to An Cruachan?
- Its coordinates are 56.1436°, -5.7097°.