“Through the Lost Valley to Scotland’s Wildest Summit | Bidean nam Bian”

Bidean nam Bian is one of Scotland’s most dramatic and demanding Munros — and the route through Glencoe’s Lost Valley (Coire Gabhail) is as wild as it is unforgettable. In this video, I climb Bidean nam Bian via the Lost Valley, navigating steep rocky terrain, exposed sections, and constantly changing mountain conditions with hard water ice on the paths and verglas on the bare exposed rocks. This is more than a hike — it’s a journey through one of the most historic and awe-inspiring landscapes in the Scottish Highlands. This climb forms part of Mountains With Memories, where each mountain is walked in remembrance and reflection, honouring those we’ve lost while finding healing in the hills. 🏔 Route Overview Start: Glencoe / Lost Valley car park Route: Coire Gabhail (The Lost Valley) → Bidean nam Bian Terrain: Steep ascent, rocky paths, scrambling sections Difficulty: Challenging Munro route Location: Glencoe, Scottish Highlands 🧭 Safety Note I’m an experienced hillwalker and mountaineer. Mountain conditions can change rapidly — always check the weather forecast, avalanche reports, and ensure you have the right skills and equipment before attempting this route. 🎒 Gear Used on This Climb ➡️ Boots: Scarpa Ribbele Lite https://www.scarpa.co.uk/products/rib... ➡️ Softshell jacket: Hydron Jacket https://keelaoutdoors.com/products/me... ➡️ Backpack: Black Diamond Speed 40 https://eu.blackdiamondequipment.com/... ➡️ Poles: Leki Carbon Folding Ultra Light https://www.leki.co.uk/item/601/Leki/... ➡️ Navigation (map / GPS): Outdoor Active ➡️ Winter gear: Nortec Microspikes DMM Cirque Ice Axe ❤️ Support the Journey If this video resonates with you: 👍 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment 🔔 Subscribe for more mountain journeys with meaning You can learn more about Mountains With Memories and how to support the work here: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/andyrookeou... 🌄 Filmed in Glencoe, Scotland Glencoe is a place of beauty, history, and deep emotion — a landscape that reminds us why the mountains matter. #mountains #hiking #glencoe #youtube