Castell Dolwyddelan Walk
Further Details
Route Summary:
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
6.42 km | 180 m |
Activivity Type: Easy Walk
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Facilities
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Hazards
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Castell Dolwyddelan Walk
Starting from the train station at Dolwyddelan, this is one of the best options for visiting the castle if you don’t want to to do the usual tourist stuff and keep to within five minutes of your car! Beware some rather noisy dogs near the Pen-y-rhiw farm, they like to make it known that you’re on their territory, but they’re kept safely behind a sturdy fence.
You will however need to walk downhill to the visitor centre if you wish to visit the castle (it isn’t free).
The Route
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Dave Roberts
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Routes Nearby
Accommodation Nearby:Â
- Dol Gam Campsite and B&B - 5.1km
- The Royal Oak Hotel - 7.2km
- Cynllwyd Cafe – Llyn Crafnant - 8.1km
- Pen y Gwryd Hotel - 8.2km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 8.2km
Campsites Nearby:
- Dol Gam Campsite and B&B - 5.1km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 8.2km
- Llyn Gwynant Campsite - 8.6km
- Gwern Gôf Uchaf Campsite - 9.4km
- Gwern Gôf Isaf Campsite - 9.4km
Pubs and Cafes Nearby:Â
- The Royal Oak Hotel - 7.2km
- Cynllwyd Cafe – Llyn Crafnant - 8.1km
- Pen y Gwryd Hotel - 8.2km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 8.2km
- Mallorys YHA, Pen y Pass - 9.3km
Other Businesses Nearby:Â
- Breese Adventures - 6.0km
- The Royal Oak Hotel - 7.2km
- Cynllwyd Cafe – Llyn Crafnant - 8.1km
- Pen y Gwryd Hotel - 8.2km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 8.2km
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