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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
A huge mountain boasting some of Britain’s most spectacular scenery
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Alex Foxfield
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 …
An estimated 75,000 people ascend via the straightforward, zigzagging …
Alex Foxfield
November 26, 2023
Mountaineering
Ben Nevis is Britain's highest mountain and arguably its greatest from a mountaineering perspective too. This is mostly down to its immense North Face, a treasure trove of ridges, buttresses …
Caro "Bandit"
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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