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Clachnaben

Also known as: Clach na Beinne

Free admission

Clachnaben — Named summit at 579 m.

Clachnaben, 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)
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Clachnaben is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 579 m.". Coordinates: 56.9685°, -2.6364°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Clachnaben (archaically "Cloch-na'bain"; Scottish Gaelic: "Clach na Beinne") is a 589-metre hill in Glen Dye, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a distinctive hill visible from many points on Lower Deeside and is topped with a large granite tor. Clachnaben is the war cry of Clan Strachan. The hill gives its name to one of the houses at Aboyne Academy.

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Coordinates
56.9685, -2.6364
Address
Aberdeenshire, Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Clachnaben?
Clachnaben is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Clachnaben?
Clachnaben — Named summit at 579 m.
How do I get to Clachnaben?
Its coordinates are 56.9685°, -2.6364°.
Is Clachnaben free to visit?
Yes, Clachnaben is free to enter.