Scotland
Giolabhal Glas
475M
1558FT
About Giolabhal Glas
Rising to 475 metres in the Northern Isles, this Hump offers a rugged, island-summit experience. Its terrain is typical of the region's moorland, requiring a steady pull through peat and heather. Reaching the top reveals a commanding panorama across the surrounding maritime landscape and the distant silhouettes of neighbouring peaks.
Key Statistics
Rank
44th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Northern Isles
Prominence
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122m
Nearest Town
Na Leacainn
Geology
You are walking across banded rock and sturdy granite, both forged by intense heat deep within the Earth.
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NB149022
Latitude
57.9181°N
Longitude
6.8163°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Giolabhal Glas reflects a Norse-Gaelic heritage; 'Glas' usually denotes a greenish-grey colour, while 'Giolabhal' likely stems from the Old Norse 'gil' (a narrow glen) and 'fjall' (mountain).
- •Standing as a Hump—a hill with a prominence of at least 100 metres—the summit provides an unhindered vantage point over the complex, fractured coastline and the vast expanse of the Atlantic.
- •In these parts, 'Glas' can translate to green, grey, or silver, which conveniently covers almost every possible shade of the Scottish weather you are likely to encounter during the ascent.