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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Geal Charn

In or near Tomintoul.

Geal Charn — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.

Cairn on north-west spur of Geal Charn - geograph.org.uk - 5031985

Alan O'Dowd — 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)
  • Dog-friendly

About

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Geal Charn 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

Geal Charn is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular for hiking and offers various routes for walkers seeking to explore the natural beauty of the Highlands. The mountain is a notable feature in the region, attracting outdoor enthusiasts year-round.

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Coordinates
57.1960, -3.5067

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Geal Charn

Places to stay

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The Lazy Duck

The Lazy Duck — a campsite in scotland highlands.

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Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Hostels · Scottish Highlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Geal Charn?
Geal Charn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Geal Charn?
Geal Charn — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Geal Charn?
Its coordinates are 57.1960°, -3.5067°.