Fairy Meadows | Nanga Parbat Meadows

Fairy Meadows

Alpine meadows below Nanga Parbat, reached by jeep from Raikot Bridge and a short trek.

Fairy Meadows quick facts

Height above sea level: 10,800 ft; about 3,290 m
Nearest city: Gilgit; Raikot Bridge is about 80 km from Gilgit (2–3 hours), then a 12–15 km jeep ride to Tattu and a 4–5 km hike (3–4 hours)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 7°C to 22°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -18°C to -3°C (closed to tourists)

Famous for

An alpine meadow at the foot of Nanga Parbat's north face, named 'Märchenwiese' by German climbers; declared a national park in 1995 and famous for its direct views of the mountain.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Fairy Meadows

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 10,800 ft (about 3,290 m)
Nearest city: Gilgit — Raikot Bridge is about 80 km from Gilgit (2–3 hours), then a 12–15 km jeep ride to Tattu and a 4–5 km hike (3–4 hours)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 7°C to 22°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -18°C to -3°C (closed to tourists)

Famous for: An alpine meadow at the foot of Nanga Parbat's north face, named 'Märchenwiese' by German climbers; declared a national park in 1995 and famous for its direct views of the mountain.

Fairy Meadows is the overnight alpine base on the 5 days Fairy Meadows tour package — jeep from Raikot Bridge, then a short trek to wooden cottages under Nanga Parbat.