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Llanberis Path – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Llanberis

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Llanberis Path – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Llanberis

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4.8

(6)

117

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Llanberis Path – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Llanberis

09:51

24.0km

1,720m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 7.75 km for 2.37 km

After 10.2 km for 145 m

After 15.8 km for 469 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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96 m

Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

Highlight • Settlement

Llanberis is synonymous with Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). It's a popular starting point for some of the easier ways to the roof of Wales. Whether it’s via the Llanberis Path or a ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway, thousands of people every year head to the village with the summit in their sights.

Long before it was a draw to tourists and hikers, Llanberis was a slate mining town. The Dinorwig Quarry's slate tips are a stark reminder of the region’s heritage.

The village is blessed with several good outdoor gear shops and characterful places to eat and drink.

Tip by

1.38 km

Llanberis Path to Snowdon Summit

Highlight • Trail

Get to Llanberis early because the path is very popular.

Tip by

3.63 km

Llanberis Path

Highlight • Trail

The route from Llanberis is considered the easiest to reach the summit. In terms of terrain, it is a T1 and always very wide. In some places, however, the path is very steep and does not invite you to hike. He should not be underestimated as there are many HM to overcome. It also has a lot of people around and nature cannot be enjoyed in peace.

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3.86 km

Snowdon Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

few routes up to the top or a train

Tip by

6.89 km

Bwlch Glas Pass

Highlight • Natural Monument

The finger stone at Bwlch Glas marks the point at which the Pyg and Miners' Tracks reach the summit ridge and join the Crib Goch, Ranger and Llanberis Paths. Particularly helpful in poor visibility.

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7.95 km

Bwlch Main Ridge

Highlight • Trail

The narrow ridge of the Bwlch Main (Narrow Pass) is the highlight of the route. Although the ridge is not difficult, it is still exposed with steep slopes on either side. One should be careful when crossing the ridge and stay on the path. In inclement weather, the Bwlch Main can be daunting, especially if you've never climbed an exposed ridge.

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8.30 km

Clawdd Coch

Peak

12.3 km

Gladstone Rock

Highlight • Monument

The Watkin Path, named after its creator Edward Watkin (a friend of Gladstone’s), was the first designated footpath in Britain. At the time of its construction, there was no path to the actual summit of Snowdon, only a path just over a quarter of the way up to a quarry.

Over 2,000 people gathered here on the side of Snowdon in 1892 to witness Gladstone opening the Watkin Path. From on top of an impressive 12 foot (3.6 m) boulder, the Prime Minister delivered a speech on Justice for Wales, not to mention sung some ‘Cymric hymns’ himself.

A plaque fitted to the front of the boulder commemorates what was sure to have been a memorable occasion, announcing that indeed William Gladstone had stood upon the rock.

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15.0 km

View Along the Watkin Path, Snowdon

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful views everywhere (mountains, lakes, trails, nature, ...)

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24.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

4.04 km

2.97 km

1.67 km

1.20 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

1.79 km

1.33 km

1.14 km

1.01 km

994 m

863 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

22°C

14°C

33 %

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Llanberis Path – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Llanberis

Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

Llanberis Path to Snowdon Summit

Llanberis Path

Snowdon Summit

Bwlch Glas Pass

Bwlch Main Ridge

Gladstone Rock

View Along the Watkin Path, Snowdon

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