Mountains & hills · Northern Ireland
Sawel
Also known as: Samhail Phite Méabha
In or near Park.
Sawel — Named summit at 678 m.
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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
Sawel is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Samhail Phite Méabha. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 678 m.". Coordinates: 54.8197°, -7.0394°.
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Official information
Sawel is the highest mountain in the Sperrin Mountains, serving as a dual county highpoint for Derry and Tyrone. It offers steep ascents and stunning views across Northern Ireland, making it a popular destination for hikers seeking adventure in a relatively unwalked area.
From the Wikipedia article
Sawel Mountain (from Irish Samhail Phite Méabha, meaning 'the likeness of Méabh's vulva') is the highest peak in the Sperrin Mountains, and the 8th highest in Northern Ireland. It is also the highest mountain in Northern Ireland outside of the Mourne Mountain range located in County Down.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8197, -7.0394
- Address
- County Londonderry/County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
- Official site
- mountainviews.ie
Sources
- osm: n332372624 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Sawel Mountain (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Sawel mountain.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sawel?
- Sawel is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
- What is Sawel?
- Sawel — Named summit at 678 m.
- How do I get to Sawel?
- Its coordinates are 54.8197°, -7.0394°.
- Is Sawel free to visit?
- Yes, Sawel is free to enter.