Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
The Fruin
In or near Rhu.
The Fruin — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Colin Kinnear — 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
- Helensburgh Upper · 4.5 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. The Fruin 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
The Fruin is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the rugged terrain characteristic of the region, offering a challenging environment for outdoor enthusiasts. The area is known for its scenic views and diverse wildlife, making it a suitable destination for hiking and exploration. Visitors can expect a remote setting that showcases the natural beauty of the Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0468, -4.7691
- Nearest railway station
- Helensburgh Upper — 4.5 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12607823 (CC BY 4.0)
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Glen Fruin
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Shandon Motte
Archaeological sites · 2.0 km
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Shandon
Villages · 2.2 km
Parish Church, Shore Road, Shandon
Historic churches · 2.3 km
Glen Fruin
Gorges · 2.3 km
Faslane Peace Camp
Other places · 2.4 km
War Memorial, Gully Bridge, Shandon
Memorials & monuments · 2.5 km
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Fruin?
- The Fruin is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is The Fruin?
- The Fruin — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to The Fruin?
- The nearest railway station is Helensburgh Upper, about 4.5 km away. Its coordinates are 56.0468°, -4.7691°.
- How do I get to The Fruin?
- The nearest railway station is Helensburgh Upper, about 4.5 km away.