Sgùrr Breac and A' Chailleach
The two western Fannaichs, on a horseshoe above Loch a' Mhadaidh.
- Distance
- 21.3 km
- Ascent
- 1420 m
- Time
- 7.5–10 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 1000 m
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About this walk
Sgùrr Breac and A' Chailleach is a hard 21.3 km circular walk with 1,420 m of ascent, taking 7.5 to 10 hours. It starts at Leckie, A832 (grid reference NH 132 637). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Sgurr Breac at 1,000 m.
From Leckie on the A832, the route follows a track and path into the hills, then climbs Sgùrr Breac. A ridge with fine views leads west to A' Chailleach, 'the old woman'.
The route returns to the A832.
Route
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1
Sgùrr Breac
Follow the track and climb to Sgùrr Breac.
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2
A' Chailleach
Follow the ridge west to A' Chailleach, then return.
Summits
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgùrr Breac and A' Chailleach take?
- Most walkers take 7.5–10 hours for the 21.3 km route, which has 1,420 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Leckie, A832 (grid reference NH 132 637). Lay-by parking near Leckie.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Track and path; steep slopes; a good ridge.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Sgurr Breac (1000 m, Munro); A' Chailleach (999 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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