Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Cruachan
In or near Tarbet.
Cruachan — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 537 m.
Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet · 5.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Cruachan is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 537 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Cruachan is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its rugged terrain and dramatic landscapes, making it a prominent feature in the region. The mountain is often explored by hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, drawn to its natural beauty and challenging routes. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails that cater to different skill levels, offering opportunities to experience the highland scenery.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2325, -4.6620
- District
- Stirling
- Postcode
- FK8 3TU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Stirling and Strathallan
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet — 5 km
Sources
- osm: n1301238057 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cruachan?
- Cruachan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode FK8 3TU).
- What is Cruachan?
- Cruachan — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 537 m.
- How do I get to Cruachan?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode FK8 3TU.
- How do I get to Cruachan?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FK8 3TU.