Mountaineering on the Cuillin Ridge
Top three reasons to go mountaineering in Cuillin Ridge
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An unparalleled abundance of routes to choose from
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Test your courage on some of the best scrambling routes in Europe
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Marvel at the magnificent views of the Black Cuillin Mountains
As the UK’s premier mountaineering and climbing challenge, Scotland’s Cuillin Ridge earns its stripes. Nestled in the remote Isle of Skye, the “Holy Grail of British scrambling” has a lot to offer—it stretches nearly 8 miles (12km) in length, with almost 3 miles (4km) of ascents, 11 Munros (separate mountains), and a whopping 20 summits! And it’s not just about the numbers. Climbers from all over the world are queueing to experience Cuillin Ridge’s grueling but infinitely rewarding scrambles. While the traverse may be technically simple, the ledges are scary, the drops deep, and you’ll often feel like you’re walking and climbing on the knife’s edge. The fantastic views of the surrounding mountains are just the thing to seal the deal. Hop on over to Scotland for one of the most satisfying adrenaline-filled traverses in Europe.
SeasonMay through June |
Nearest cityElgol, Scotland, is half an hour away from Cuillin Ridge |
Duration4 days |
Skill levelIntermediate to advanced |