Snowdon Via the Llechog Ridge from Llanberis
By Dave Roberts
on August 10, 2015 No ratings yet.
Posted as a walk in – Europe, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, Wyddfa - Snowdon
Snowdon Via the Llechog Ridge from Llanberis
Route Essentials
Route Summary
A quiet route up Snowdon from Llanberis (Seriously!) Though only quiet in the sections it leaves the Llanberis Path.
See the end of the article for local information about parking, public transport facilities, pubs and cafes.
Distance
8.02 kmAscent
986 mTime
3 hours 30minCalculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Start Location
Llanberis - Snowdon Summit
Difficulty
Hard Walk
Hazards
Weather Forecast:
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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.
Snowdon Via the Llechog Ridge from Llanberis Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
Snowdon Via the Llechog Ridge from Llanberis
For those looking for a wilder route up Snowdon from the Llanberis end, you can’t beat the Llechog Ridge. It’s even got it’s own extra summit, Llechog, as an added incentive.
The Route can be seen in full on Walk up Snowdon.
Local Information and Recommended Maps and Guidebooks
Route Summary:
A quiet route up Snowdon from Llanberis (Seriously!) Though only quiet in the sections it leaves the Llanberis Path.
This walk includes the Washi of Snowdon – Yr Wyddfa
This walk includes the Hewitt of Snowdon – Yr WyddfaThis walk includes the 2 Nuttalls of Snowdon – Yr Wyddfa, LlechogRoute Start Location: Llanberis - Snowdon Summit
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
8.02 km | 986 m | 3 hours 30min |
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Activivity Type: Hard Walk
Summits and Places on this Route
Facilities
Llanberis has a selection of pubs and cafes. There’s the half way house on the path and Hafod Eryri on the summit that serves basic food and drinks.
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.
Parking :
You can park near Llyn Peris or in the car park in front of the Royal Victoria.
Public Transport:
Llanberis is served by a reasonable bus service from Bangor or Caernarfon.
Weather Forecast:
Met Office Snowdonia Mountain Weather
Check out our Best Mountain Weather Forecast?
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