Cwm Penanmnen and Sarn Helen Walk
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Route Summary:
| Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
| 7.59 km | 285 m |
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
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Facilities:
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Hazards:
Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.
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Summits and Places on this Route
- Clogwyn Dolwyddelan - 1.8km
- Y Ro Wen - 2.6km
- Moel Siabod - 3.7km
- Mynydd Cribau - 4.1km
- Foel-fras (Moelwynion) - 4.3km
Places Nearby:
- Siabod and Carnedd y Cribau Wild Camp - 6.0km
- Glyder Fach - 7.1km
- Llyn Edno Tarp - 7.5km
- A498 – Snowdonia Dark Sky Spot - 7.9km
- Bivvy on Ysgafell Wen - 8.2km
Cwm Penanmnen and Sarn Helen Walk Details
The valley of Cwm Penmnen lies to the south of Dolwyddelan and is steep sided and afforested. Through this valley, the Romans chose to build the famous Sarn Helen, which can still be followed over the moors towards Ffestiniog.
Most of this route can be mountain biked and the final section of footpath avoided by taking the minor road.
The Route
View the route in full on the Snowdonia National Park website – here.
Dave Roberts
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