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Location
Between the Redhorn and Silvertine, leading from Hollin across the Misty Mountains into the Dimrill Dale
Settlements
Crossed through the Mountains of Moria above Khazad-dûm
Important peaks
Redhorn, Silvertine
Other names
Pass of Caradhras, Redhorn Pass; the southeastern part was known as the Dimrill Stair

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  • Updated 29 January 2022
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Redhorn Gate

The 'gate' of the Misty Mountains

Map of the Redhorn Gate

A name for the pass that led from the wilds of Eriador through the Misty Mountains into Rhovanion beyond. Sheer and steep, it climbed across the southern slopes of the Redhorn (Caradhras) and led down into the valley of Nanduhirion beyond the Mountains.


See also...

Caradhras

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Redhorn Gate

The 'gate' of the Misty Mountains

Location
Between the Redhorn and Silvertine, leading from Hollin across the Misty Mountains into the Dimrill Dale
Settlements
Crossed through the Mountains of Moria above Khazad-dûm
Important peaks
Redhorn, Silvertine
Other names
Pass of Caradhras, Redhorn Pass; the southeastern part was known as the Dimrill Stair

Indexes:

About this entry:

  • Updated 29 January 2022
  • Updates planned: 1

Redhorn Gate

The 'gate' of the Misty Mountains

Map of the Redhorn Gate

A name for the pass that led from the wilds of Eriador through the Misty Mountains into Rhovanion beyond. Sheer and steep, it climbed across the southern slopes of the Redhorn (Caradhras) and led down into the valley of Nanduhirion beyond the Mountains.


See also...

Caradhras

Indexes:

About this entry:

  • Updated 29 January 2022
  • Updates planned: 1

For acknowledgements and references, see the Disclaimer & Bibliography page.

Original content © copyright Mark Fisher 1997-2000, 2016, 2022. All rights reserved. For conditions of reuse, see the Site FAQ.

Website services kindly sponsored by Axiom Discovery aptitude and skill testing.
Personality is one part of understanding a candidate's suitability, but aptitudes and skills are also key.