Carn an Fhidhleir facts for kids

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Carn an Fhidhleir
Highest point
Elevation	994 m (3,261 ft)
Prominence	286 m (938 ft)
Listing	Munro, Marilyn
Geography
Location	Highland / Perth and Kinross / Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Parent range	Grampian Mountains
OS grid	NN904841
Topo map	OS Landranger 43

Carn an Fhidhleir is a mountain in the beautiful country of Scotland. It stands 994 meters (about 3,261 feet) tall. This mountain is part of the Grampian Mountains, a large mountain range in Scotland. It is known for being in a very quiet and remote part of the country.

Carn an Fhidhleir: A Scottish Mountain

Carn an Fhidhleir is a mountain that reaches almost 1,000 meters high. It is located in a special area of Scotland. This area is far from big towns and busy roads. It sits between the Cairngorms and the Mounth mountain areas.

Where is Carn an Fhidhleir?

This mountain is found where three different areas of Scotland meet. These areas are Highland, Perth and Kinross, and Aberdeenshire. This makes it a unique spot on the map.

What Makes it Special?

Carn an Fhidhleir has a rounded, domed shape. It is at the center of a huge area with no roads. This means it is a truly wild and peaceful place. Its remote location makes it a challenge for hikers.

How to Explore the Mountain

Even though it is remote, people can still reach the top of Carn an Fhidhleir. One way to get there is from a valley called Glen Tilt. Another path starts near the Linn of Dee. Many adventurers use mountain bikes to travel part of the way. This helps them cover the long distances to the mountain.

Munros and Marilyns

Carn an Fhidhleir is special because it is listed as both a Munro and a Marilyn. In Scotland, a Munro is a mountain that is over 3,000 feet (914.4 meters) tall. A Marilyn is a hill or mountain that has a "prominence" of at least 150 meters. Prominence means how much a mountain rises above the land around it. Being both a Munro and a Marilyn shows it is a significant peak.