Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Carn an Tuirc
In or near Braemar.
Carn an Tuirc — 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)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Carn an Tuirc 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 Tuirc is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of the Grampian range and offers a challenging ascent for walkers and climbers. The area is characterised by rugged terrain and expansive views of the surrounding landscape, typical of the Highlands. Visitors can expect a remote and natural setting, ideal for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 56.9080, -3.3572
Sources
- manual: geonames-8593977 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carn an Tuirc?
- Carn an Tuirc is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Carn an Tuirc?
- Carn an Tuirc — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Carn an Tuirc?
- Its coordinates are 56.9080°, -3.3572°.