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Sawel

Also known as: Samhail Phite Méabha

Free admission

Sawel — Named summit at 678 m.

Sawel, mountains & hills in Northern Ireland

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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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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

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sawel?
Sawel is in Northern Ireland, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 54.8197°, -7.0394°.
Is Sawel free to visit?
Yes — admission to Sawel is free.