Introduction
Welcome to Eryri (Snowdonia)
Explore the peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, ideal for walking or mountain biking holidays.
Situated in North West Wales, this breathtaking National Park is home to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – the highest mountain in Wales – plus an extensive number of hiking trails and over 100 lakes.
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YHA hostels in Eryri (Snowdonia)
YHA Conwy
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WiFi
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Meeting room(s)
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Games
YHA Idwal Cottage
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Large garden/grounds
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Self-catering kitchen
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Cycle store
YHA Kings
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Free parking on premises
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WiFi
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Library
YHA Rowen
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Free parking on premises
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24-hour access after check-in
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Self-catering kitchen
YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant
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Garden/grounds
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Free parking on premises
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Self-catering kitchen
YHA Snowdon Llanberis
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WiFi
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Free parking on premises
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Self-catering kitchen
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
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WiFi
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Café
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Wheelchair accessible
YHA Snowdon Ranger
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Free parking on premises
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Cycle store
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Self-catering kitchen
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Things to do in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Five free things to do in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Tre'r Ceiri Hillfort
Standing 450m above sea level on a peak of Yr Eifl on Llyn Peninsula, this hillfort is one of the best preserved in Britain. See over 150 stone houses where as many as 400 inhabitants would have lived during the Romano-British period for a chance to truly imagine the settlement during the Roman army's occupation of north-western Wales.
Trefriw Woollen Mills
Glimpse into Wales' industrial past and see just how the mills work – you'll be surprised! See the traditional Welsh blankets, tweeds and rugs being made, as you learn about the time-honoured process of their manufacture.
The Segontium
This Roman Fort is open all year round, but in season the experience is enhanced by a museum providing information on the history that surrounds the Segontium.
Scale Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
No list of activities would be complete without a trip up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Whether you choose an easy walk or a tough challenge, the feeling you'll get from conquering this giant will stay with you for a long time.
Glynllifon
Just outside Caernarfon, Glynllifon is the perfect place to spend a day. See the stunning mansion and explore the 700-acre estate where you can see some of the rarest flora and fauna in Wales. This Site of Special Scientific Interest is also home to rare and endangered wildlife, so it's a must-visit.
Indulge in breathtaking Eryri (Snowdonia) scenery
Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park boasts the biggest mountains in England and Wales, but hiking up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is not the only thing to do in this breathtakingly beautiful area. Beaches, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and nostalgic railways await visitors, while history lovers can lose themselves in the Slate Museum or explore the wealth of castles in the nearby area.
Enjoy horseriding in the foothills of Eryri (Snowdonia), visit the National White Water Centre for thrills and spills or go underground to find out all about the history of the Sygun Copper Mine; this area really has something for everyone.
Things to do
Aberdyfi – Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre
Visit the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre at Aberdyfi and find out what makes this area special as well as how you can visit sustainably. Information centres are also located in...
Beddgelert Bikes
Bike hire for all ages so you can have a memorable day out in Eryri (Snowdonia). Set off to explore Beddgelert Forest and get away from it all. Visit the website
Beddgelert – Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre
Visit the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre at Beddgelert for all you need to know about exploring the area sustainably and making the most of your visit to Wales. Information centres...
Betws-y-Coed – Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre
Visit the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre at Betws-y-Coed – the perfect place to learn about what makes Eryri (Snowdonia) spectacular as well as advice on visiting sustainably...
Caernarfon Castle
Mighty Caernarfon is the most famous of Wales' castles, built over 800 years ago. Its sheer scale and commanding presence easily set it apart from the rest. This is where the investiture of Prince...
Carnedd Dafydd and Carnedd Llewelyn self-guided walking route
An exhilarating and rugged mountain route which is steep in places, with short scrambles. Including a high-level section of the Cambrian Way, this route provides stunning mountain scenery and far...
Centre for Alternative Technology
The Centre for Alternative Technology aims to inspire, inform and enable people to explore new ways of living. Visit the CAT website
Climbing in Snowdon Bryn Gwynant
There are many local crags within easy walking distance in the area, so you won’t have to walk far before you can start climbing. One of the more famous climbing areas at Tremadog is just a short...
Climbing near Kings, Dolgellau
There's a training area above Barmouth, known as 'The Slabs'. Local firms offer instructor led courses and equipment hire. The area is suitable for all levels and abilities including the most...
Coed-y-Brenin
Coed-y-Brenin is a mountain biking mecca set amongst mountains and forests of southern Eryri (Snowdonia). There are also fantastic walks, a visitor centre, a high ropes course, and opportunities to go...
Cwm Idwal self-guided walking route
A great walk to Llyn Idwal which is surrounded by steep, high crags and scree slopes. With lots for geologists and botanists to enjoy this stunning route provides great views across the Ogwen valley...
Cycling around Kings, Dolgellau
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...
Electric Mountain
Electric Mountain is home to the Dinorwig Power Station, set in the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia) and dubbed "Britain's largest battery" this hydroelectric station houses 6 electric generators...
Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways
Travel on the glorious line from Caernarfon through Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog – some 40 miles of narrow-gauge steam! These are 2 separate railways which meet at the central station of Portmadog...
Foel Goch and Moel Eilio self-guided walking route
A fantastic alternative route to Snowdon, away from the crowds, with stunning views of Anglesey, the Llanberis Llyns, slate quarries and Dinorwig.
Great Orme Country Park
Dramatic limestone headland renowned for its wildlife and history. Don't miss the live camera that watches the seabird colonies.
Greenwood Forest Park
The rides and activities at this unique eco-attraction have been designed for fun with a difference – you provide the energy!
Llanberis and Llyn Padarn self-guided walking route
A pleasant walk passing farms and crossing fields on the way to Llanberis. The route provides views across the valley, a spectacular waterfall, mountain and lakeside railways, a lakeside walk and a...
Llanberis Lake Railway
Discover the timeless appeal of narrow-gauge steam trains. Enjoy views of Eryri (Snowdonia) as you travel along the shores of Llyn Padarn.
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 is available...
Plas Menai National Watersports Centre
Ideal for sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and powerboating with easy access to the open sea and superb coastal scenery. Visit the website
Portmeirion
Portmeirion, the setting for the cult 60s series The Prisoner – 'I am not a number. I am a free man. The village consists of a cluster of brightly coloured houses. There are also shops, cafes...
Redline Indoor Karting
Try one of the fastest growing adrenaline sports in the world. Bring your friends along and challenge them to a race!
Smallest House in Great Britain
The Smallest House in Great Britain can be found nestled amongst a terrace of houses on Conwy's quayside. You really can't miss the smallest house and you'd be crazy not to pop in for a look on your...
Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa self-guided walking route
A scenic route to popular Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa, the tallest mountain in England and Wales. Spectacular views across Snowdonia / Eryri and to Ireland and Scotland on a good day.
Snowdonia Mountain Railway
Travel on Britain’s only rack and pinion railway to Hafod Eryri, the stunning new visitor centre at the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Visit the website
Snowdonia Riding Stables
Located between Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the sea, experience superb riding amongst some of the best mountain and coastal scenery in the British Isles, whatever your ability. Visit the website
Snowdonia Watersports
Snowdonia Watersports (previously Surf Lines) offers an exciting range of adventures combining new skills, travel, exploration and an element of risk. Visit the website
Walking and rambling around Kings, Dolgellau
The quieter area of southern Eryri (Snowdonia), with fewer tourists, is absolutely beautiful and a great place for walking. The hostel is on the slope of Cader Idris, so there's plenty of mountainous...
Walking and rambling in Eryri (Snowdonia)
If you're planning on staying at one of our Eryri (Snowdonia) hostels, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that...
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Beautiful art walks in England and Wales
For almost all of human existence, mountain environments have been seen as places to avoid. They were climbed only to drove livestock for trade, or to meet with people from the next village...
The YHA guide to Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, covering 823 square miles of north Wales, is one of the UK’s most thrilling destinations. It encompasses nine mountain ranges and a whole world of long-distance...
Challenging walks with YHA
Creating the self-guided walks for YHA includes a team of experts to test out the routes to make sure they are safe and accessible as well as adding in details such as nearest facilities and...