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Ben Nevis summit

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Ben Nevis summit

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The Ben is not only Britain’s highest mountain but also one of its most spectacular. Whether it’s your first time on a mountain or your thousandth, hikes to Ben Nevis’ summit are unforgettable adventures. This king of Britain’s high places is the objective of both the beginner and the seasoned mountaineer.

A huge mountain boasting some of Britain’s most spectacular scenery

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    Location: Fort William, Inverlochy And Torlundy, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    December 3, 2020

    Hiking

    The highest mountain in Britain at 4,413 feet (1,345 m), Ben Nevis is a popular objective for hikers and climbers alike.

    An estimated 75,000 people ascend via the straightforward, zigzagging …

    June 22, 2018

    Hiking

    At 1,344 meters above sea level, Scotland's highest mountain (Munro) is worth the effort of climbing the numerous hairpin bends. It can be accessed via the busy Mountain Path or via the very wild North Face Path via the ridge path on the north side. The mountain is in the clouds 300 days a year, even when the sun is shining in the valley. It can snow up here all year round.
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    July 28, 2019

    Hiking

    Try to start as early as possible. I had a wonderful hike, arrived at the summit at 9 am and shared the place with 6 other people. It was on a Friday with beautiful weather and on my way back down it felt like every single tourist staying at Fort William was on his way to the top. Extremely crowded!

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