Scottish mountaineering charities have criticised Google for suggesting routes up Ben Nevis and other mountains they say are “potentially fatal” and direct people over a cliff. Nathan Berrie, Nevis conservation officer for the trust, said: “The problem is that Google Maps directs some visitors to the Upper Falls car park, presumably because it is the closest car park to the summit. “For those new to hillwalking, it would seem perfectly logical to check out Google Maps for information on how to get to your chosen mountain. Add in low cloud and rain and the suggested Google line is potentially fatal.”A Google Maps screenshot issued by Mountaineering Scotland showing a dangerous ‘route’ up Ben Nevis. A Google spokeswoman said: “We built Google Maps with safety and reliability in mind, and are working quickly to investigate the routing issue on Ben Nevis.

Source: The Guardian July 15, 2021 23:26 UTC