Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Barr na Gile
In or near Dunbeg.
Barr na Gile — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
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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
- Oban · 3.5 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Barr na Gile 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
Barr na Gile is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of a rugged landscape characterised by its dramatic peaks and glens. The area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural scenery typical of the Highlands. Visitors can expect a challenging terrain that attracts outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4033, -5.5295
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA34 4SX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Oban — 3.5 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12547790 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Barr na Gile?
- Barr na Gile is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA34 4SX).
- What is Barr na Gile?
- Barr na Gile — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Barr na Gile?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA34 4SX.
- How do I get to Barr na Gile?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA34 4SX.