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Ben Nevis - Britain's highest mountain

Ben Nevis

"The Ben" viewed from the summit of nearby Stob Bhan

 

Highlights of this walk

  • See the highest point in the British Isles
  • 4406 feet high
  • Snow, even in midsummer
  • Magnificent views of Loch Linnhe and the surrounding mountains
  • Variety of birds and wildlife

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Great Britain. The summit is sufficiently high to hold a permanent snowfield. Even in summer the temperature is likely to be below zero at the summit. The challenge is rewarding and the views can be magnificent on the way up and down.

Safety and Difficulty

Ben Nevis claims four lives in the average year and must be taken seriously. Equipment is important - you may well sweat on the way up only to find that you rapidly lose heat at the summit, so windproofs are essential, as are good walking boots. The ascent will take at least 3 hours and the return journey is likely to take 2 ½ hours.

To use this guide

Review START Page (this one), check ROUTE and Map, check NOTES for points of interest, go and enjoy yourself!

Road Directions

The road to the Ben Nevis visitor centre is a turning off the roundabout on the northern side of Fort William. As one of the area's major attractions, it is clearly signposted.

Car Parking

The official Glen Nevis visitor centre has a good sized car park with toilets, picnic tables and the Visitor Centre itself.