Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Ben Vane
Also known as: Beinn Mheadhain
In or near Tarbet.
Ben Vane — Named summit at 916 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
- Arrochar and Tarbet · 6.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ben Vane is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Beinn Mheadhain. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 916 m.". Coordinates: 56.2496°, -4.7818°.
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Official information
Ben Vane is a mountain in the Arrochar Alps, known for its steep and rocky slopes. It reaches an altitude of 915 meters and is typically climbed on its own, offering challenging terrain and stunning views. The mountain is popular among walkers and hikers looking for a rewarding outdoor experience.
From the Wikipedia article
Ben Vane (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Mheadhain) is a mountain in the Arrochar Alps of Argyll, in the Southern Highlands of Scotland. It reaches 915 metres (3,002 ft), making it a Munro. It lies between Beinn Ìme and Ben Vorlich.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2496, -4.7818
- Address
- Arrochar Alps, Argyll, Scotland
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet — 6.3 km
- Official site
- www.walkhighlands.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n258819152 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Ben Vane (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Ben Vane - Flickr - Graham Grinner Lewis.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ben Vane?
- Ben Vane is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Ben Vane?
- Ben Vane — Named summit at 916 m.
- How do I get to Ben Vane?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 6.3 km away. Its coordinates are 56.2496°, -4.7818°.
- Is Ben Vane free to visit?
- Yes, Ben Vane is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ben Vane?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 6.3 km away.