Where is the best place to stay to climb Snowdonia?
The best place to stay if you are climbing Snowdon and using public transport is the village of Llanberis. It is well connected to the transport hubs of Bangor and Betws-y-Coed, and it is where the the Llanberis Path up Snowdon begins. It is also well connected to Pen y Pass, where the PYG Track and Miners Track begin. We recommend the Llanberis path if this is your first time climbing Snowdon.Llanberis: Located at the foot of Mount Snowdon, Llanberis is ideal for those looking to hike or take the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the summit. The village also offers attractions like the National Slate Museum and Electric Mountain.Travelling without a car? Llanrwst and Betws-y-Coed both have train stations and Trefriw is just a short 20-25 minute walk from the railway station at Llanrwst, so the area is the perfect place to stay if you are visiting Eryri | Snowdonia without a car.Tourists flock to the charming villages of Betws-y-Coed and Llanberis, easily two of the best Snowdonia attractions. Alternatively, take a scenic drive south to Dolgellau, a stunning town littered with great walking, climbing and mountain biking opportunities.I have only done the Llanberis path on Snowdon. It is about the same length as the path up Ben Nevis, but the Ben Nevis path has about 1000ft more of climbing, making it much harder.
Which part of Snowdonia is best?
Llanberis. Packed with wonderful Snowdonia attractions and set in a wonderful lakeside location at the foot of Wales’s highest and most instagrammable mountain in the UK, Mount Snowdon, Llanberis is the place to go for outdoor adventure. The overarching rule is that you cannot wild camp anywhere in Wales or England without the express permission of the land owner. That means you cannot simply hike around, find a camping spot and set up camp on Snowdon – you’ll need to plan your stay in advance, including getting permission.
What is the best base for Snowdonia?
Beddgelert. Everyone loves Beddgelert – and its enviable location. The picturesque stone-built village is the ideal base for exploring all the classic Snowdonia sights and beauty spots – Aberglaslyn Pass to the south, Nant Gwynant to the east, Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon to the north. Dolgellau, Machynlleth & Southern Eryri | Snowdonia Both are fantastic bases for those wanting to explore the many outdoor activities in this area. Whilst nearby the coastline between Barmouth and Aberdyfi offers beautiful beaches and walks along the Welsh coast!The Anglesey coast, the Gower Peninsula, the Llŷn Peninsula, the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, and the Wye Valley are among the most exceptional places in Wales.Dolgellau is the ideal base to explore southern snowdonia‘s dramatic scenery, adrenalin-fuelled activities and world heritage attractions. It’s a historic mountain town built on the wool trade and steeped in folklore.
What is the best time to visit Snowdonia?
The best time to visit Snowdonia is between June and August as temperatures are warm and there is usually less rainfall. Snowdonia is a great place to travel to at any time of year so the ‘best’ season to go in largely depends on what kind of holiday you want to have. The best time to visit Snowdonia is between June and August as temperatures are warm and there is usually less rainfall.
How many days do you need for Snowdonia?
How many days do you need for a visit to Snowdonia? To make the most of all that Snowdonia National Park has to offer, you need to spend between 5 and 7 days in the area. This will allow time for some fantastic hikes, to explore some towns and villages and head to the coast. It all depends which route you take but should take somewhere between 5-7 hours to reach the summit and walk back down (or just 1 hour if you take the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the top!