Extreme Winter Hiking The Most Dangerous Ridge In UK / Aonach Eagach, Scottish Highlands

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5 ай бұрын

The Aonach Eagach ( 'notched ridge') is a large mountain ridge in the Scottish Highlands, marking the northern edge of Glen Coe. It stretches east-west for several miles and includes two Munro summits: Sgùrr nam Fiannaidh at 967 m (3,175 ft) high, and Meall Dearg at 952 m (3,124 ft) high. The ridge is very rocky and the route along it requires scrambling ability. The slopes to each side are extremely dangerous, with steep grass-and-scree slopes hiding even steeper slopes which end in cliffs on both north and south sides of the ridge.
Aonach Eagach
Aonach Eagach is consistently ranked as the best ridge walk and scramble in the UK and in the top few across the world by National Geographic (allegedly).
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@apostatepaul 13 күн бұрын

Incredible footage!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 12 күн бұрын

Thank you , it was incredible day in even more incredible place :)

@gwatson6609 4 ай бұрын

Brings back memories - I remember doing the Aonach Eagach some 24 years ago, we had slightly deeper snow and a bit less sunshine than you had but it was a great day. On the pinnacle section we decided to rope up and I decided to try and throw a sling runner over the second pinnacle unfortunately the sling wasn't long enough but in finding that out and then trying to lengthen it I ended up lying on the top of the pinnacle on my stomach as if I'd been skewered on it - elegant I was not. We then missed the descent route by a hundred yards (visibility was not good by then) and ended up on some hairy steep slopes which looked very avalanche prone but we managed to claw back on route after wading through chest high snow. Having got down to the road I had to jog back up Glen Coe to retrieve the car left at the other end of the ridge at the start of the day, so we could then drive back to Glasgow for the overnight train back to London where I had to go straight into work. Enjoyed the video.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

We left left home 1am and drive 6 hours to Three Sisters Viewpoint and finish the route for around 9 hours but we spend a lot of time enjoying the views and the sunrise it was spectacular . Luckily we spoke with local people and they gave us tip where to camp hidden from the people and not far from the car and next day we visited some Waterfalls in the area I will upload video from them in the end of the week . Thanks for your great story I can imagine how hectic and euphoric day you had back then . 🙏

@user-tv3js4hn4z Ай бұрын

Супер екстремно

@simeonkolevadventures4930 Ай бұрын

Определено беше най екстремното нещо което съм правил , но си заслужаваше .... 😊

@str83 4 ай бұрын

What a stunning adventure my friend. Your Videos are also getting better evertime. Stay safe. Greetings from Germany

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much buddy. Let's all be safe up there . 😊

@philk9227 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely epic video m8. I have done the ridge in summer with my two brothers many years ago. That was enough of an adrenaline hit I certainly wouldn't try it in winter. Having the Clachaig Inn waiting at the bottom was definitely welcome.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 3 ай бұрын

Thank you , I'm planning to do it this summer so I can see the diferents but I'm sure they are big . There was some sections I was feeling super unsafe and I realised if I do one wrong movement or bad calculated step I will be in the history , then my adrenaline was level was really high , but I'm glad we have done it . And as you said the pub in the end is much appreciated after 6 hours drive and around 10 hours hike ... Im glad you enjoy it . Greetings ✌

@Simply.happiDess 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely breathtaking! Adventure awaits those brave enough to explore! Thank you for this wonderful video 🏞️💪

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you , that was great adventure to be honest , a lot of emotions 😊

@calumpaterson123 4 ай бұрын

I've traversed the Aonach Eagach, but I still felt nervous watching this video! Thanks so much for sharing, and well done on a tough winter route. I'm sure you deserved the pub visit after that.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much , I'm glad you felt the adrenaline because it was a lot . I'm definitely going in the summer so I can enjoy the life music in this lovely pub , because at that day I've done the route they had live music but I was really tired and after a drink I just couldn't keep my eyes open. It was long day just because before the climb we had to drive 6 hours to get there and start the climb straight away . Greetings ✌

@Sarah-fw6hv 4 ай бұрын

Stunning views! Extreme and breathtaking 😮 Stay safe!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@jonashubalekwhiskyandthewild 4 ай бұрын

That was brilliant and brought back some memories. I did it in 2015 in winter in great and very similar conditions like you had at the beginning. Later I came back and did it with my kids in summer. Love that area and love to finish long day in Clachaig as you did🙂 good filming and editing, well done! Cheers Jonas.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

I would love go back in the summer , and see it without snow , and finishing in Clachaig is must , I just love the atmosphere in it . How old was your kids when you have done it toghether , I might take my daughter if its suitable for 8 years old child ?

@user-ou2dx4tr4u 4 ай бұрын

What a beautiful scene, love to be there ❤❤

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

It is lovely place to be if you are well prepared 😊

@mountain_del1863 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant❤

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you , it was one of these unique days in our life 😊

@gdo6927 4 ай бұрын

Inspiring. Well done. A nervy watch indeed! I am trying to build myself up to this on a calm summer’s day, never mind in these conditions, bravo

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. To be honest I was a bit nervous as well when I've done this route heheh ..... just the first opportunity in good weather go and do it , get ready with equipment navigation , information and be ready physical and mentally to enjoy what you will feel and see and the most important is always need to know when to turn back and say "next time" ...

@gdo6927 4 ай бұрын

@@simeonkolevadventures4930 Thank you for your comments Simeon, really appreciate it!

@user-mx3qk9vs9c 4 ай бұрын

Amazing 🤩

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

It was amazing for sure

@Mindcap.ms1291 4 ай бұрын

Amazing

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

For sure it was 👌

@syediftikharhussain4735 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful place ❤❤

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

It is definitely wonderful place , you must visit it if you can , even from below :)

@Islamicbatain8154 4 ай бұрын

your videos are always amazing

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you , I'm happy you enjoying them 😊

@user-ni5of2ec4b 4 ай бұрын

Nice place

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

It was really nice 👌

@GoSummitSolo 4 ай бұрын

Nice one 👍💪💪💪🙏 love those hills. And fun conditions 👀👀😎😎😎

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

It was amazing, especially with weather like this . So far this is the best ridge I've ever done . I'm glad you enjoy it ✌

@poultrybusiness7325 4 ай бұрын

What a view 😮😮

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Amazing isn't it 🙃

@user-gm4bn7ql6u 4 ай бұрын

Well done lads

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you ✌

@user-mu9hh7ci7b 4 ай бұрын

Very nice ❤❤

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Definitely is cool place 😎

@TasadukAli-wz8xj 4 ай бұрын

Wao amazing

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Absoliutely 🙃

@Muqaddassiddique2 4 ай бұрын

❤

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

🙃

@timweir9661 4 ай бұрын

IMO Cuillin main ridge is rather more dangerous

@timweir9661 4 ай бұрын

but congrats on great video and fine ridge traverse. Aonach Eagach in winter is serious

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

You are right, I just check it and soon I will visit it , thanks 🙃

@elwoodzo 4 ай бұрын

An Teallach and Liathach would like a word in your ear

@michaelfinn1317 4 ай бұрын

I’ve done this solo in summer a few years back and it’s way nicer than all this panting and faffing about with ice ages, ropes and stuff. Seventy one in two weeks so might give it a go when I’m over with my eMTB.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

I'm sure in the summer is more welcome , I found it really challenging at some points but anyways amazing , looking forward to do it in the summer as well , and cover the area around , I just love it . But not sure about doing it with Mountain Bike to be honest , sound even more challenging than in the winter climbing for me , maybe because I do not have expirience with cycling in places like this 🤭 Good luck , stay safe and have fun ✌ Greetings

@stevie2686 4 ай бұрын

Good effort my friend . As previously said it may not be the most dangerous in uk/ Scotland but it’s certainly very dangerous . The thing about Scotland which makes it more dangerous is the levels and speeds of weather change which I’m sure you are aware of. It can go from a nice spring like day climbing to extreme arctic conditions within minutes at certain times of the year . Well done my friend . Good effort and take care.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. At some points it was really challenging and difficult . And yes I expirienced how fast can change the weather in the Cairngorms, we tried to go up Ben Macdui , but failed because as we hike up the plateau the weather was horrendous, very strong winds came from nowhere and the visibility was really poor , I was looking infront my legs and I was not sure what I see . So we navigated back to Cairngorms Ski Lifts around 2 hours , but anyways it was great expirience for navigating and have the feeling how small we are up there in the mountains . Greetings ✌

@andythemunroeater9884 4 ай бұрын

Hi, great video highlighting that ridge in winter conditions. I have yet to do this one on my Munro journey but i think i'll be waiting for summer conditions before attempting it? 🤣 Well done. ATB Andy

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Hello Andy , thank you for you positive comment 😊 I think always is better to do the challenging routes in the summer first so you will be better prepared and know better the terrain even if it's completely different in different seasons , but we all know not always happening . That's why it is good for a person to know himself and his capabilities to avoid unwanted situations and enjoy it on maximum . Have fun and stay safe ! Greetings

@andythemunroeater9884 4 ай бұрын

@simeonkolevadventures4930 yes, I totally agree. I would be fine doing that during the summer but don't have much experience of winter climbing, so I would need to do it with a guide which I would be happy wihh. I'm looking forward to checking out some of your other videos. ATB Andy

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! As an amateur I would advice you to practise to use crampons and ice axe and learn how to use them properly on some easy walks or even try to use the ice axe on small slope hills and learn how to stop and control you sliding down the hill, in this way you will be prepared for bad scenarios situations , hopefully it won't happend but better to be prepared for everything you can . You can find many video and information online and even if you want to do it with guide you will be better prepared and more confident. Greetings Simeon ✌

@jamesbrook16 4 ай бұрын

Did that in about 1994 in winter. And summer a year earlier. One of the best ridges ever!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Absoliutely agree with you , it is special in its own way . I'm looking forward to do it this summer as well . ✌

@jamesbrook16 4 ай бұрын

Wish I still had your energy! And long hair!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

@@jamesbrook16 I wish you as well . You might have not a lot of energy but I'm sure you have a lot of memories and awesome stories to tell .

@jamesbrook16 4 ай бұрын

@@simeonkolevadventures4930, yes, amazing memories. And sadly one lost friend in the mountains. Adventures aplenty, but with a different focus. Currently in our Microcamper at the end of the Northumberland250 and about to start the South West Coat (of Scotland) 300. We are ‘just for the weekend van life’ and post videos on KZfaq ourselves. I have to say’ our Microcamper is much cosier than a tent! 5C outside and 32C in the van with the diesel heater going!!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Unfortunately sometimes the adventures brings negative and sad memories , I'm sory to hear you have one of them . I'm sure the campervan will be more comfy but in tent is diferent feeling :)

@TheBananaLoverorignal 4 ай бұрын

Gotta change that title Cullin ridge or the ridges on the north side of the ben. Could possibly be called one of the most extreme walkers ridge I guess?

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your advice to change the title , good you told me ! And have you done these ridges so you can say which one it is more extreme ?

@itsablack1 4 ай бұрын

Looks amazing and very dangerous ... Don't know about the singing though 😂 How long did It take ?

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

They singing was helping a lot hehehehe . It took us around 10 hours ,but at the begining we was really slow , we was stopping and enjoying the sunrise , we didn't rush for nowhere and later when we reach the ridge become harder and slow us at some points because of the terrain or to wait people infront of us , but I think it can be done for around 6-7 hours depends the expirience. But it was amazing and really challenging expirience ! 😊

@jonny1903 4 ай бұрын

Great video - when was this?

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Thank you , that was around 3 weeks ago 🙃

@NicholasRichardson 4 ай бұрын

That’s a no from me 😂 👍

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

🤣 Definitely is not for everyone..... Have a look on my newest video , it is easy and relaxing , you might prefer it 🤣 Greetings

@martinkolev4615 4 ай бұрын

💯🤟🏔️

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

🤟🤯

@antoanetakoleva2210 4 ай бұрын

Много ръбати тия Шотландски планини... Красиви гледки, прекрасна природа, но много екстремни маршрути!... Явно, не са за обикновени туристи. Нека късметът да е винаги с вас!!!

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

Благодаря . Следващото видео ще бъде от лека и приятна разходка която е лесно достъпна за всеки ☺

@jamiemacmillan4056 4 ай бұрын

I see the appeal in this and I’m sitting asking myself why

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

You should try it on day and you will find out . It is something special and the words won't describe the feelings when you are up there . Even if you try it just be careful , well prepared and informed . ✌

@brucecurtis6281 4 ай бұрын

Just a few points already It’s not the most dangerous ridge, and it’s no in the uk, it’s in Scotland. An tealach . The Cuillin? But you got perfect weather, snow, company and good food! Brings back many memories for me. Hope you enjoyed it and got home safe! Beautiful.

@simeonkolevadventures4930 4 ай бұрын

I thought Scotland is in UK , isn't it ? Thanks !

@simonjones2453 Ай бұрын

Scotland is part of the UK.