Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas
In or near Lochawe.
Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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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
- Falls of Cruachan · 3.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas is a named summit in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Listed in the Wikidata register of UK peaks; see the Wikipedia article for further details on the mountain's location, geology and walking routes.
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Place summary
Ben Cruachan, known as Drochaid Ghlas, is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its distinctive peak and is part of the Argyll and Bute region. The mountain is a prominent feature of the landscape, attracting walkers and climbers.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4294, -5.1104
- Nearest railway station
- Falls of Cruachan — 3.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q20582252 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas?
- Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas?
- Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas?
- The nearest railway station is Falls of Cruachan, about 3.9 km away. Its coordinates are 56.4294°, -5.1104°.
- Is Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas free to visit?
- Yes, Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ben Cruachan - Drochaid Ghlas?
- The nearest railway station is Falls of Cruachan, about 3.9 km away.