What is the most scenic path up Snowdon?

Llanberis Path
The Llanberis Path is often known as the easiest route to the top of Snowdon and considered to be the best for beginners – for this reason it is the most popular, and it is also the longest!

Which is the best path to walk up Snowdon?

The Llanberis Path is the easiest of the Snowdon routes and also the busiest. If this is going to be your first mountain walk or you are coming with children then the Llanberis Path is the ideal route. The Pyg Track is the classic Snowdon route. Both the Pyg Track and Miners’ Track start at Pen-y-Pass.

How long is the path to climb Mount Snowdon?

The Llanberis Path (9 miles/14.5 km) is a popular ‘first time’ path. It’s the longest route but provides a gradual climb up to the summit. The Miners’ Track (8 miles/13 km)starts from Pen y Pass car park.

Can a novice walk up Snowdon?

Can you climb Snowdon with a child? While there are plenty of easy walks in Snowdonia that may be a better starting point, walking up Snowdon with your children is one of the best family walks in North Wales. However, you need to be aware that there are no Snowdon routes for beginners or any easy walks up Snowdon.

Where are the routes to the top of Snowdonia?

Snowdon routes: a quick overview . Snowdon (Yr Wydffa) is the highest mountain in Wales and is located in the Snowdonia National Park. There are six main walking paths to the 1,085m summit of Snowdon, which all start from different sides of the mountain. All the Snowdon routes are well maintained and easy to follow paths.

How tall is the highest peak in Snowdonia?

Snowdon is 1085 metres in height, it is well and truly a mountain and often the starting point for people doing the 15 peaks or Welsh 3000ers.

How is the landscape in Snowdonia in Wales?

There’s something wild about the Snowdonia landscape, with soaring, sharp and magnificent peaks rising up high above the deep valleys. Picturesque and slate scarred villages scatter the region, and are excellent bases for exploring or just relaxing and enjoying the views.

Where does Miners Track start in Snowdonia?

The Miners’ Track (8 miles/13 km)starts from Pen y Pass car park. It starts off gradually until you get to Llyn Llydaw. Then it’s a steep climb pretty much all the way to the top. The Pyg Track (7 miles/11 km) also starts from Pen y Pass. It’s a steep start but the views are worth it.