Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Yr Wyddfa
Wales's highest peak at 1,085 metres. Six classic trails lead to the summit, and on clear days you can see Ireland and the Isle of Man.
Snowdon is the second-highest peak in the UK outside England and one of the most popular mountain destinations in Britain. The most common routes are the Llanberis Path, the easiest, round trip about 14 km and 6–7 hours; the Pyg Track and Miners' Track, starting from Pen-y-Pass, with the best scenery; and the Rhyd Ddu and Watkin paths, which are quieter. At the summit is the Hafod Eryri visitor centre, which is open in summer. The Pen-y-Pass car park requires advance booking, or you can take the Sherpa'r Wyddfa bus. Mountain weather changes quickly, so bring a waterproof jacket and a map, and do not attempt the summit in trainers.
Opening hours
Open all day; summit café approx. May–Oct
Nearby sights
- Snowdon Mountain Railway
- Dolbadarn Castle & Llyn Padarn
- Beddgelert
- Cwm Idwal
- Welsh Highland Railway
- National Slate Museum
- Tryfan
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (Velocity 2)