Hikers scrambling on steep rocky pinnacles of Aonach Eagach ridge. Glencoe, Highland, Scotland
Aonach Eagach is consistently ranked as the best ridge walk and scramble in the UK and in the top few across the world by National Geographic (allegedly). We set out to walk it in perfect Scottish sunny conditions… did we agree with these accolades?
One of the best scrambles in Scotland The Aonach Eagach ridge in Glencoe. 🏴 r/scrambling
The Aonach Eagach is one of Scotland's best big mountain days and THE classic day out in Glencoe. The route takes us along the ridge crest that bounds the North side of the famous Glen. It has the narrowest section of ridge on the mainland UK as well as taking in 2 Munros.
Aonach Eagach, Glencoe Stock Photo Alamy
The name Aonach Eagach means "notched ridge", a refence to its jagged, rocky terrain. Traversing - crossing - it can take up to nine hours to complete, according to mountaineering guides. The.
The infamous Aonach Eagach Ridge Glencoe We Love Mountains
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 ridge appears as a narrow crest with a series of small towers. It is only once onto the crest that the scale and size of the ridge of becomes.
Aonach Eagach, Glencoe. Scotland highlands, Scottish countryside, Scotland travel
The Aonach Eagach ridge is one of the most famous hillwalking challenges in Scotland; feared by some, boasted about by others and occasionally described as epic by those who dare in winter. This linear ridge runs along the northerly side of Glencoe (which is more or less east-west). On the southerly side is the Bidean range including the famous.
Clouds over the Aonach Eagach Ridge, Glencoe, Scotland (July 2014) [OC] [3264x2448] r/EarthPorn
In this video we traverse the Aonach Eagach ridge in stunning Glencoe. Starting East to West we first climbed to Am bodach where you start to get a view of w.
Scrambling the Aonach Eagach ridge The Summit Is Optional
The Aonach Eagach forms an excellent scrambling ridge approximately 4 km in length on the north side of Glencoe. The ridge runs east to west with the main tops of Meall Dearg (951m) on the eastern side and Sgor nam Fiannaide (967 m) on the west. While the scrambling is not too technical, the ridge traverse is nevertheless a serious proposition.
Aonach Eagach Ridge. Glencoe. Scotland Stock Photo Alamy
Aonach Eagach ridge in Glencoe, south of Fort William. Aonach Eagach is regarded as the narrowest ridge on mainland Britain, with extremely dangerous slopes to each side at some points. It shrinks down to three metres at its narrowest, and stands at an elevation of up to 968m at its highest.
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Introduction Scrambling the Aonach Eagach ridge in Glencoe is one of the classic mountain scrambling days in Scotland. It is rated as Grade 2 scramble. The technically difficult sections are few in number and very short-lived. However, once committed to the traverse, there is basically no way off other than to complete it or turn back.
Guided traverse of the Aonach Eagach Ridge VisitScotland
Known as the longest, most exposed ridgeline in Britain, Aonach Eagach (Scots Gaelic for 'Notched Ridge') is a challenging but beautiful day out. This ridgeline involves multiple sections of scrambling (up to Grade 2/3 with some guidebooks listing sections as "moderate" level rock climbing) and is often knife-edge thin.
Aonach Eagach, Glencoe Stock Photo Alamy
Experience the ultimate adventure as we take on the infamous Aonach Eagach ridge, one of Scotland's most challenging and rewarding hikes. Famed as the narrow.
Scrambling the Aonach Eagach ridge The Summit Is Optional
The ridge starts with an ascent of Am Bodach, with a few small rocky sections to help you get used to the rock and moving efficiently on steeper ground. At the summit we continue west, descend 'The Chancellor', the first technical section to the Munro of Meal Dearg. From there it is the start of the infamous pinnacles in the middle section.
Aonach Eagach, Glencoe Stock Photo Alamy
Aonach Eagach Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation Famed as the narrowest ridge on the British mainland (though Liathach and An Teallach must run it close), the Aonach Eagach gives a thrilling and spectacular traverse for keen and experienced scramblers, linking the Munros of Meall Dearg and Sgòrr nam Fiannaidh.
Walking Glen Coe The Iconic Aonach Eagach Ridge
Aonach Eagach Guided Traverse Itinerary. A guided traverse of the Aonach Eagach in Glencoe is an exhilarating and challenging adventure, suitable for experienced hillwalkers and mountaineers. The itinerary typically begins with a safety briefing and gear check before heading to the start of the route.
Aonach Eagach Ridge Sunset on the Aonach Eagach in Glencoe… Flickr
The Aonach Eagach (Scottish Gaelic for 'notched ridge') is a large mountain ridge in the Scottish Highlands, marking the northern edge of Glen Coe.It stretches east-west for several miles and includes two Munro summits: Sgùrr nam Fiannaidh at 967 m (3,175 ft) high, and Meall Dearg at 952 m (3,124 ft) high. The ridge is very rocky and the route along it requires scrambling ability.
Walking Glen Coe The Iconic Aonach Eagach Ridge
Aonach Eagach. Head to the north of Glen Coe, Aonach Eagach is a rocky ridge overlooking the 'Devil's Staircase'. With steep slopes on either side, it's a popular site for 'scrambling', a technique of walking up steep hills using your hands. It's now seen as the country's most difficult scrambling location.