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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Ben Vrackie

Also known as: Ben-y-Vrackie

In or near Killiecrankie.

Free admission

Ben Vrackie — Named summit at 841 m.

Ben Vrackie, mountains & hills in Scottish 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
Pitlochry · 5.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Ben Vrackie is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Ben-y-Vrackie. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 841 m.". Coordinates: 56.7490°, -3.7173°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Ben Vrackie (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn a' Bhreacaidh; sometimes anglicised as Ben Y Vrackie) is a mountain in Perthshire, Scotland. It lies north of the town of Pitlochry and reaches 841 metres (2,759 ft) high at its summit. The summit may be reached easily by a direct path from Pitlochry or Killiecrankie, and commands views of Pitlochry and the surrounding glens.

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Coordinates
56.7490, -3.7173
Address
Perthshire, Scotland
Nearest railway station
Pitlochry5.3 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ben Vrackie?
Ben Vrackie is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Ben Vrackie?
Ben Vrackie — Named summit at 841 m.
How do I get to Ben Vrackie?
The nearest railway station is Pitlochry, about 5.3 km away. Its coordinates are 56.7490°, -3.7173°.
Is Ben Vrackie free to visit?
Yes, Ben Vrackie is free to enter.
How do I get to Ben Vrackie?
The nearest railway station is Pitlochry, about 5.3 km away.