Local Area Information
Beddgelert Highlights – A Quick Guide
Snowdon
The highest peak in England and Wales at 1,085m (3,560 feet). Snowdon forms the centrepiece of a dramatic upland range of rocky summits and the whole area is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of spectacular scenery. Several of the routes up Snowdon start near Beddgelert.
Aberglaslyn Pass
A mile or so to the south of the village of Beddgelert the river Glaslyn forces a passage through the Aberglaslyn Pass. This rocky wooded area is one of Wales’ most famous beauty spots; and the Welsh Highland Railway which runs through the Aberglaslyn Pass takes full advantage of the spectacular scenery.
Beddgelert Forest
A large wooded area managed by Natural Resources Wales, and a great venue for walking, biking, picnicking and camping.
Llanberis Pass
Llanberis is almost due-north of Beddgelert and the two villages are linked by a spectacular mountain pass. The area is popular with walkers and climbers and was in fact the training ground for the first successful British ascent of Everest. Pen-y-Pass, at the road’s summit, is the starting point for two popular walks to the top of Snowdon.
Nant Gwynant
This beautiful and peaceful valley cuts the mountains to the north-east of Beddgelert. The valley’s narrow floor is largely filled by two idyllic lakes, Llyn Dinas and Llyn Gwynant, along which are three campsites. The area is steeped in the Legends of King Arthur. As the A498 climbs the shoulder of Nant Gwynant there are panoramic views of the Snowdon and the neighbouring peaks.
Rhyd-Ddu
This pretty little village is located 3 ½ miles north of Beddgelert on the A4085. It stands close to the picturesque lake of Llyn Cwellyn. A popular path to the summit of Snowdon starts in the village.
Beddgelert is undoubtedly Snowdonia’s loveliest village. A place of legend, culture and history; yet rich with activities, adventures and attractions. It is a beautiful place to visit, and an event better place to stay for a holiday.
We extend a very warm welcome to all our visitors. People leave Beddgelert with a lifetime of memories, and many return year after year. There’s a long tradition of hospitality in these parts – after all Beddgelert has been welcoming visitors for hundreds of years!
The village, in keeping with its location in the Snowdonia National Park, is picturesque and unspoilt. Small and friendly, it boasts a full range of amenities, including quality hotels, great guesthouses, B&B and self-catering accommodation, camp sites and glamping, bunk houses, shops, arts and crafts, great restaurants, traditional pubs and a busy calendar of events.
The beautiful Aberglaslyn Pass and the Nant Gwynant valley are near-by neighbours. Wooded vales, rocky slopes and mountain lakes fill the surrounding countryside. And what a countryside it is; with scenery activities, attractions, history and culture for all.
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