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Cwm Penmachno Climb – Fairy Glen loop from Cwm Penmachno

Cwm Penmachno Climb – Fairy Glen loop from Cwm Penmachno

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Cwm Penmachno Climb – Fairy Glen loop from Cwm Penmachno

02:23

44.9km

740m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 25, 2026

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After 33.4 km for 292 m

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Cwm Penmachno Climb

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A pig of a climb! Steep for most of the climb from the first moment at the junction with the telephone box. Slightly easier for …

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4.36 km

Ffynnon Eidda from Ysbyty Ifan

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Ffynnon Eidda from Ysbyty Ifan is a climb in the region Conwy. It is 10.7km long and bridges 288 vertical meters with an average gradient of 2.7%, resulting in a …

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8.06 km

View of Waterfalls in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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There is a small car park if you don’t want to stop at side of the road where there is a steep drop looking down on waterfall. Views are great towards Tremadoc bay as well.

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16.9 km

Bridge Cafe

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Excellent stop for fuelling the hungry cyclist - recommend the "Bikers and Hikers Breakfast"

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20.1 km

Ascent to Crimea Pass from Dolwyddelan

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The ascent to Crimea Pass from Dolwyddelan is along the A470, which can be a busy route. It's just over 3km long with an elevation gain of 205m, giving an average gradient of 6.6%.

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33.5 km

Fairy Glen

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The Fairy Glen is a picturesque, secluded gorge not far from the popular village of Betws-y-Coed. It is named for the mythical sprites that are said to live there and …

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44.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.2 km

19.5 km

171 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.6 km

8.09 km

151 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Thursday 28 May

17°C

9°C

14 %

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Cwm Penmachno Climb – Fairy Glen loop from Cwm Penmachno

Cwm Penmachno Climb

Ffynnon Eidda from Ysbyty Ifan

View of Waterfalls in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Bridge Cafe

Ascent to Crimea Pass from Dolwyddelan

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