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Around the Rhinogydd from Dolgellau — Snowdonia National Park

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Around the Rhinogydd from Dolgellau — Snowdonia National Park

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Around the Rhinogydd from Dolgellau — Snowdonia National Park

05:50

80.2km

1,190m

Cycling

If you are an experienced touring cyclist seeking a challenging ride, the Around the Rhinogydd from Dolgellau route offers dramatic mountain scenery. This difficult touring bicycle trail covers 49.8 miles (80.2 km) with a significant elevation gain of 3908 feet (1191 metres), taking around 5 hours and 50 minutes to…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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6.13 km

Mawddach Estuary Trail

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Flat and easy largely traffic-free gravel trail winding towards the sea with beautiful views. We did it there and back with lunch in Barmouth. Lots of people cycling with kids and dogs – definitely family friendly.

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14.1 km

Barmouth Bridge (Pont Abermaw)

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There are few things more enjoyable on a warm, sunny day than cycling along Barmouth's extraordinary bridge. Half the span is a railway line and the other is a shared …

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34.7 km

Harlech Castle

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Against stiff competition from Conwy, Caernarfon and Beaumaris, this is probably the most spectacular setting for an Edward I castle in North Wales. All four are recognized as World Heritage …

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53.0 km

Llyn Trawsfynydd Visitor Centre

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Cafe/restaurant and fishing centre at the lake. Open Thurs-Sun 8-2:30

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80.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.3 km

17.3 km

7.11 km

7.01 km

6.37 km

4.06 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.2 km

24.1 km

10.8 km

10.3 km

925 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Saturday 30 May

17°C

12°C

40 %

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Around the Rhinogydd from Dolgellau — Snowdonia National Park

Mawddach Estuary Trail

Barmouth Bridge (Pont Abermaw)

Harlech Castle

Llyn Trawsfynydd Visitor Centre

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