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This is the summed total of all the climbing within a route and is a good indicator of the strenuousness of a route.
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An estimate of the time taken based on a derivation of Naismiths rules. Our calculation is based on the horizontal and ascent components of a climb, we do not make a reduction for descent.
Registered users can customise these walking times by specifying their own walking and ascending speeds. They can also add a fixed time period for stoppages.
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The horizontal distance of the route.
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A relatively long route route, though not particularly strenuous( only 1000m ascent over 6h), mainly on well trodden paths with wonderful views down the Lairig Ghru.
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Head to: Aviemore
From Aviemore (B9152), follow the signs for Coylumbridge W on B970. Cross the River Spey and take the road for the Cairngorm Ski Centre. Where the road leaves the forest and starts to climb there is a sharp left hand bend in the road with a large car park in the apex of the bend.
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Braeriach from Angel's Peak
© Graham Young
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Image by Graham Young
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Braeriach seen from the summit of Sgor an Lochain Uaine on a glorious day in May.
© Adam Gordon
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Image by Adam Gordon
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Cairn Toul, Sgor an Lochain Uaine and Lochan Uaine seen from the summit of Braeriach. This was a lovely sunny and windy day on the 29th August 2005.
© Jim Waddell
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Image by Jim Waddell
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Braeriach across the massive snow melt swamp below the Wells of Dee.
© David Lee
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Image by David Lee
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Written by
Mike Watson
on 07 Sep 2005:
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A good route with many varied opportunities. Nothing too strenuous and the views are just amazing from the top!
Bits of the route where the path is faint likely to be boggy but overall the path is good.
Did the route in 40mph+ gales but no rain, will return during nicer weather and do the full circuit of the other 3 peaks on the ridge.
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Written by
Alan Sheppard
on 18 Aug 2005:
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Completed this walk in poor weather, rain, mist and wind, the navigation was easy enough as there is a path that you can follow, I am planning to do this again on a clear day as I am sure the views will be worth it. When you drop down into the Lairig Ghru carry on up the burn for about 30 yards and there is a better path to ascend up the other side, which you cant see till you are there.
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Written by
Adam Rixon
on 14 Jan 2005:
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A 'superstar' Munro not just in terms of height. What with a fairly long walk in, in the majestic setting of the central Cairngorms, you get a good taste of the characteristics of the mountains before even starting the climb. The first part of the walk is exposed, and strong winds can slow progress, but there's an enjoyable scramble in the Chalamain Gap and crossing of the Lairig Ghru.
Coupled with the climb itself, you've got all the components for a classic day in the Cairngorms, concluding with the spectacular views from the top.
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Written by
Terry Thomson
on 20 Jun 2002:
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An easy walk in over well maintained path. Care should be taken through the Chalamain Gap boulder field, as it is not too difficult to turn an ankle.
Once across the Lharig Ghru the ascent is gradual and moderately easy, with a short dip in the path before rising to the summit.
Once on the summit, the cairn is perched close to a sheer drop into Coire Brochain, but the views are a just reward.
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Disclaimer. The details provided above are an aid to planning an expedition, but all distances, altitudes and bearings must be considered approximate. You must navigate with the appropriate map,
a compass, your navigation skills and common sense, MunroMagic.com accept no responsibility for your interpretation of our route information.
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