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Old Man of Hoy

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    Location: Graemsay, Hoy And Walls, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    July 6, 2023

    Hiking

    Created by the sea eroding the cliff surrounding it, the Old Man of Hoy is less than 400 years old.
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    July 6, 2023

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    This 137 meter high rock formation in red sandstone (shaped like a pillar) was first climbed in 1966 by Chris Bonington, Easy Baillie and Tom Patey. It took them three days to reach the top. Today, most climbers only need a few hours.
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    November 8, 2021

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    Impressive rock formation and one of the three seaside pillars which can be climbed (nog hiked!).

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    1. Rackwick to Old Man of Hoy — Orkney Islands

    9.03km

    02:32

    190m

    190m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 40 m

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