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Posted on Aug 16, 2025 / Travel

• Ben Nevis was once an active volcano, which erupted around 350 million years ago.
• The summit often sits above the clouds, offering spectacular views for lucky climbers.
• It is estimated that over 125,000 people climb Ben Nevis each year.
• In 1911, an observatory piano was carried up to the summit for a concert.
• The mountain has a “pony track” built in the late 19th century to service the observatory.
• Some extreme athletes have cycled, skied, and even run marathons involving Ben Nevis.
• Despite its popularity, the weather on Ben Nevis is among the most unpredictable in the UK.

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