Cwm Penanmnen and Sarn Helen Walk
Further Details
Route Summary:
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
7.59 km | 285 m |
Activivity Type: Easy Moderate Walk, Mountain Biking, Trail or Fell Runs
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
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Facilities
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Hazards
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Cwm Penanmnen and Sarn Helen Walk Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
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Cwm Penanmnen and Sarn Helen Walk
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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