Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh, Aonach Eagach
The Aonach Eagach, Britain’s narrowest mainland ridge, ends with Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh, which on its own can be climbed without scrambling.
Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh, Aonach Eagach
| Height | 968m |
| Prominence | 623m |
| Meaning | peak of the Fingalians |
| Lists | Munros (M186) |
| Location | North of Glen Coe, Northwest Argyll and Appin |
| Grid Ref | NN140583 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.67932, -5.03741 |
| Munro tops | Stob Coire Lèith (940m) |
The Aonach Eagach which appropriately means 'notched ridge', travels along the northern side of Glencoe and is probably the most famous ridge in the country. Viewed from Glencoe below, the Aonach Eagach appears as a narrow crest with a series of small towers with Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh being the high domed peak at the western end of the ridge.
Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh is usually climbed with Meall Dearg as part of an Aonach Eagach traverse - an airy ridge which involves some sporting rock-scrambling. Most people take a route starting from Glencoe.
Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh can be reached without encountering any technical terrain if approached from the west near Glencoe Village. Coming in from this direction allows a hike up the nearby peak of the Pap of Glencoe - an extrordinary little lump of rock with vast views from its summit westwards.
Routes up Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh
Aonach Eagach traverse | |
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Aonach Eagach traverse in Glencoe is a committing scramble over Meall Dearg and Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh with exposed rocky sections and superb views. Peaks : 2 Munros, option of 1 Graham/Fiona
Ascent : 1200m (3940ft) Distance : 8km (5m) Time : 6hr* | |
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* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.