Mountains, coastline, and the wild heart of North Wales
Gwynedd is one of the most dramatic and adventure-rich regions in the UK. Home to the soaring peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) and stretching west to the rugged coastline of the Llŷn Peninsula, it offers a landscape made for exploration. From mountain summits and coastal trails to white-water rapids and forest bike tracks, this is where walking and adventure come together.
Here, serious hikers and thrill-seekers share the same terrain. You can scramble up Crib Goch, ride singletrack at Coed y Brenin, kayak beneath cliffs, or wander quiet valleys lined with waterfalls and woodlands. The county’s natural variety is matched by its depth of culture — Welsh-speaking towns, prehistoric landmarks, and ancient routes shaped by myth and story.
Whether you're climbing Yr Wyddfa, paddling through mountain rivers, or walking sea cliffs with the wind at your back, Gwynedd offers freedom, challenge, and a deep connection to place.
Trails and Routes Through Gwynedd
- Snowdon Horseshoe – The most iconic ridge walk in Wales, including Crib Goch and Y Lliwedd
- Rhyd Ddu Path – A scenic, quieter route to the summit of Yr Wyddfa
- Watkin Path – A demanding ascent from ancient woodland to exposed scree
- Glyderau Traverse – Linking Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach with views over the Ogwen Valley
- Lôn Las Ogwen – A multi-use trail from Bangor into the mountains, ideal for walking or cycling
- Llŷn Coastal Path – Remote sea cliffs, quiet beaches, and chapels along Wales' western edge
Adventure Highlights
- Scramble Crib Goch, the sharpest ridge in Eryri
- Summit Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) via six classic paths
- Raft the River Tryweryn at the National White Water Centre
- Ride world-class MTB trails at Coed y Brenin Forest Park
- Climb, kayak or coasteer along the Llŷn Peninsula
- Explore prehistoric tombs, Iron Age forts, and standing stones
- Walk from sea level to summit in a single day
