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The Cairnwell

Also known as: A' Chàrn Bhalg, An Càrn Bhalg

Free admission

The Cairnwell — Named summit at 933 m.

The Cairnwell, mountains & hills in Scottish Highlands

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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

The Cairnwell is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: A' Chàrn Bhalg. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 933 m.". Coordinates: 56.8795°, -3.4212°.

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From the Wikipedia article

The Cairnwell (Scottish Gaelic: An Càrn Bhalg) is a mountain in the Eastern Highlands of Scotland, south of Braemar. It is often considered to be one of the most spoiled of the Munros, due to the Glenshee Ski Centre which covers the eastern slope of the mountain. The Cairnwell is usually climbed from the Glen Shee ski centre, which is at an elevation of 650 m, making this probably the easiest Munro to climb. It is often climbed with Carn Aosda. The A93 crosses the shoulder of the mountain via the Cairnwell Pass.

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Coordinates
56.8795, -3.4212
Postcode
AB35 5XU
Parliamentary constituency
West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Cairnwell?
The Cairnwell is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB35 5XU).
Is The Cairnwell free to visit?
Yes, The Cairnwell is free to enter.
How do I get to The Cairnwell?
Drivers can navigate to postcode AB35 5XU. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency.