Clachnaben (archaically "Cloch-na'bain"; Scottish Gaelic: "Clach na Beinne") is a 589-metre hill in Glen Dye, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a distinctive hill visible from many points on Lower Deeside and is topped with a large granite tor of approximate 50m.
Cultural Significance Clachnaben! is the war cry of Clan Strachan.
The hill gives its name to one of the houses at Aboyne Academy.
Historically, the distinct granite tor on its summit (along with nearby Bennachie) served as a navigation aid for sailors entering the North Sea from the coast, captured in local folklore in the old Aberdeenshire rhyming couplet "Clachnaben and Bennachie, Are twa landmarks frae the sea.”
Recreational activities A popular walk starts at the car park on the Cairn O' Mounth (Banchory–Fettercairn) road, 10 kilometres south of Banchory. Popularity has caused some erosion on the old steep path which climbs this hill directly; however, efforts have been made to stabilise the erosion. A new improved path takes an easier and less direct route from Millar's Bog to the summit. There are views to Mount Battock, Lochnagar and Bennachie.
The granite tor provides some rock climbing.
The Clachnaben Hill Race is run annually on the hill with a route of approximately 13.6km.
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References
External links Clach na Beinn Climbing Topo