Many of the world's finest and most iconic mountains have a spectacular north face. Think Half Dome, the Eiger, the Matterhorn. Britain's highest mountain is Ben Nevis and it too has a rather delightful north face. It's a mecca for rock climbing, while in winter it attracts alpinists and ice climbers from across the world to test their skills in its unique arena.
Unsurprisingly, "the Ben" is a highly desirable bucket list item for hikers, drawing peak baggers from far and wide, but is Ben Nevis hard to climb? Lots of you have asked this question, so we went to the Scottish Highlands to get you some answers, and provide you with some expert information on what to expect and how to prepare for hiking Ben Nevis.
