Munro Facts for Kids

For other uses, see Munro (disambiguation).

Deteriorating weather conditions on The Saddle in winter

A Munro is a special kind of mountain found in Scotland. To be called a Munro, a mountain must be taller than 3,000 feet (which is about 914.4 meters). These mountains are named after Sir Hugh Munro. He was the first person to make a list of all these tall Scottish hills back in 1891.

Sir Hugh Munro's list was called Munro's Tables. He didn't set a rule for how far apart two peaks had to be to count as separate Munros. Because of this, people have often debated which hills should be on the list.

Exploring Scotland's Munros
Safety on the Mountains
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Exploring Scotland's Munros

Even though Munros are not the tallest mountains in the world, climbing them can be quite challenging. This is because of where they are located and the strong weather that comes from the Atlantic Ocean. Even in summer, the weather can be very bad. It's common to find thick fog, strong winds, heavy rain, and freezing temperatures at the top.

Safety on the Mountains

Climbing some Munros in winter is considered one of the toughest ice climbs in Europe. Some people who go walking are not ready for the very harsh weather on these exposed mountain tops. Sadly, accidents happen every year. These often happen when people slip on wet rocks or ice. It is very important to be prepared and stay safe when exploring Munros.