Am Basteir

Height	934m
Prominence	49m
Meaning	the executioner (obscure, more likely the baptiser)
Lists	Munros, 241
Location	Black Cuillin of Skye, Inner Hebrides
Grid Ref	NG465253
Lat/Lon	57.24794, -6.20367

Am Basteir is a prominent peak in the northern Black Cuillin of Skye, forming part of a distinctive serrated skyline south of Sligachan alongside Sgurr nan Gillean and Sgurr a' Bhasteir. Its western end is guarded by the spectacular Basteir Tooth, a striking pinnacle that adds to its dramatic profile.

From Sligachan, an ascent of Am Basteir is fairly straightforward but does require skillful scrambling and a good head for heights, as some ledges are exposed and airy and some people might prefer the security of a rope on its 'bad step'. The gabbro rock provides excellent grip, but certain sections can be loose or polished, becoming slippery when wet.

Bagging Am Basteir can be done on its own, or as part of a traverse along the ridges connecting to Sgurr nan Gillean and Bruach na Frithe. However most hillwalkers will likely retrace their steps along its crest to avoid the Basteir Tooth !

Routes up Am Basteir

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Northern Black Cuillin
	The peaks of Sgurr nan Gillean, Am Basteir and Bruach na Frithe form a chain at the northern end of the Black Cuillin. When viewed Sligachan they are an impressive sight, though Bruach na Frithe is hidden from view behind the subsidary peak of Sgurr a' Bhasteir. Peaks : 3 Munros Ascent : 1550m (5090ft) Distance : 15km (9m) Time : 6:45hr

Nearby hills and mountains

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