Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Carn an Ailean
Carn an Ailean — 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)
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Carn an Ailean 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
Carn an Ailean is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of the scenic landscape that characterises this region, popular with walkers and climbers. The area offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation. Visitors can expect rugged terrain and stunning views typical of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 57.2697, -3.9431
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612500 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carn an Ailean?
- Carn an Ailean is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Carn an Ailean?
- Carn an Ailean — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Carn an Ailean?
- Its coordinates are 57.2697°, -3.9431°.