Sawel
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About this place
Sawel Mountain (from Irish Samhail Phite Méabha, meaning 'the likeness of Méabh's vulva') is the highest peak in the Sperrin Mountains, and the 8th highest in Northern Ireland. It is also the highest mountain in Northern Ireland outside of the Mourne Mountain range located in County Down.
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Visitor Information
- Elevation
- 678 m
Getting There & Parking
Sawel is located in County Tyrone, roughly 97 km (1h 25m drive) from Belfast and 219 km (3h 15m) from Dublin. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Dart Mountain (1.8 km away).
Belfast97 km
~1h 25m driveDublin219 km
~3h 15m driveVideos
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CONQUERING Sawel, the TALLEST Mountain in Derry and Tyrone!
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Sawel Mountain and Dart Mountain. Sperrins Aug 2026
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Sawel ⛰️ Tyrone/Derry County High Point
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