Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Criffel
Criffel — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
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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. Criffel is a named hill or mountain in scotland lowlands, 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
Criffel is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It stands as a prominent peak in the region, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular for walking and outdoor activities, attracting visitors interested in exploring the natural beauty of Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9406, -3.6292
Sources
- manual: geonames-2651982 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Criffel?
- Criffel is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Criffel?
- Criffel — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Criffel?
- Its coordinates are 54.9406°, -3.6292°.