Cycling around Kings, Dolgellau
Overview
The Mawddach trail between Dolgellau and Barmouth is ideal for families who enjoy gentler cycling. Running alongside the estuary, following the route of the old railway, it is totally flat and offers fantastic views. The hostel is just off national cycle network route 8 and many people cycle this route using YHA Kings as a base.
What makes it special
- Beautiful scenery
- Great for families
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Mountain Biking around Kings, Dolgellau
Mountain Biking enthusiasts will have heard all about Coed-y-Brenin. Approx 15 minutes from the hostel and run by the Forestry Commission, it's the mountain bike mecca of Wales. Bike hire
Coed Y Brenin
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Cycling around Broad Haven
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Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways
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Zip World - Slate Caverns
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Watersports near Kings, Dolgellau
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Portmeirion
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Walking and Rambling around Kings, Dolgellau
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Climbing in Snowdon Bryn Gwynant
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Cycling in Idwal
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Llanfair Slate Caverns
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Sygun Copper Mine
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Beddgelert Bikes
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Zip World - Fforest
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Walking and rambling in Snowdonia
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