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An Grianan

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

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An Grianan

Small cairn on Stuc an Lochain
Small cairn on Stuc an Lochain Credit: Steven Brown

An Grianan is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. Standing at an impressive height of 1,073 feet (327 meters), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and beyond. The hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers seeking to capture the stunning landscapes that can be seen from its summit.

An Grianan is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with heather, bracken, and wildflowers covering its slopes, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife such as red deer, rabbits, and various bird species. The hill is also home to ancient archaeological sites, including a prehistoric settlement, adding to its historical significance.

Visitors to An Grianan can enjoy a challenging but rewarding hike to the top, where they can take in panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the nearby Loch Tay and Ben Lawers, the highest peak in the southern part of the Scottish Highlands. With its natural beauty and rich history, An Grianan is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Perthshire region.

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An Grianan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.553661/-4.4729078 or Grid Reference NN4842. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Small cairn on Stuc an Lochain
Small cairn on Stuc an Lochain
Pubil, Glen Lyon Looking east across along Glen Lyon at Pubil, Aberfeldy near the head of Loch Lyon Within walking distance of Pubil there are five Munros with an additional 20 or so that can be reached with a short drive or cycle
Pubil, Glen Lyon
Looking east across along Glen Lyon at Pubil, Aberfeldy near the head of Loch Lyon Within walking distance of Pubil there are five Munros with an additional 20 or so that can be reached with a short drive or cycle
Stuchd an Lochain summit ridge
Stuchd an Lochain summit ridge
Summit of Stuchd an Lochain Small summit cairn perched on a rock outcrop.
Summit of Stuchd an Lochain
Small summit cairn perched on a rock outcrop.
View north from Stuchd an Lochain Loch an Daimh lies below the snowline.
View north from Stuchd an Lochain
Loch an Daimh lies below the snowline.
On top of Stuchd an Lochain The name is shown as spelt in 1970.
On top of Stuchd an Lochain
The name is shown as spelt in 1970.
Hillside behind Pubil Grazing land. Pubil is the last inhabited area of Glen Lyon, upstream the glen has been flooded by the dam in the picture.
Hillside behind Pubil
Grazing land. Pubil is the last inhabited area of Glen Lyon, upstream the glen has been flooded by the dam in the picture.
Moors above Pubil View to Meall Bhuidhe (910m). Long gentle grassy slopes on the north side of Glen Lyon.
Moors above Pubil
View to Meall Bhuidhe (910m). Long gentle grassy slopes on the north side of Glen Lyon.
Stuchd an Lochain Ridge between Meall Odhair and Stuchd an Lochain. Note the old fence posts.
Stuchd an Lochain
Ridge between Meall Odhair and Stuchd an Lochain. Note the old fence posts.
Ptarmigan on Stuchd an Lochain A pair of ptarmigan rely on their winter camouflage near the summit of Stuchd an Lochain.
Ptarmigan on Stuchd an Lochain
A pair of ptarmigan rely on their winter camouflage near the summit of Stuchd an Lochain.
Loch Lyon from An Grianan Taken on the way down from An Grianan. Beyond the loch the highest hill is Beinn Dorain.
Loch Lyon from An Grianan
Taken on the way down from An Grianan. Beyond the loch the highest hill is Beinn Dorain.
Glen Lyon from An Grianan Looking down Glen Lyon from An Grianan.
Glen Lyon from An Grianan
Looking down Glen Lyon from An Grianan.
An Grianan, Glen Lyon An Grianan from the roadside in Glen Lyon.
An Grianan, Glen Lyon
An Grianan from the roadside in Glen Lyon.
Glen Lyon Creag Laoghain & Creag an Tulabhain, Glen Lyon.
Glen Lyon
Creag Laoghain & Creag an Tulabhain, Glen Lyon.
River Lyon Looking west towards Loch Lyon Power Station
River Lyon
Looking west towards Loch Lyon Power Station
Lochan Nan Cat Lochan Nan Cat situated at the base of Stuchd an Lochain.
Lochan Nan Cat
Lochan Nan Cat situated at the base of Stuchd an Lochain.
Glen Lyon Taken from the flat plateau between Stuchd an Lochain and An Grianan looking down Glen Lyon. From right to left the mountains are Ben Lawers, Creag an Fithich, An Stuc and Meall Garbh,then possibly Creag Mhor and Carn Gorm.
Glen Lyon
Taken from the flat plateau between Stuchd an Lochain and An Grianan looking down Glen Lyon. From right to left the mountains are Ben Lawers, Creag an Fithich, An Stuc and Meall Garbh,then possibly Creag Mhor and Carn Gorm.
Pubil
Pubil
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An Grianan is located at Grid Ref: NN4842 (Lat: 56.553661, Lng: -4.4729078)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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