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Through Snowdonia National Park

This drive runs through north Wales past some staggering

mountain scenery, with sorties to the peaks of Cadair Idris and

Mount Snowdon. Most of the route follows a trail through the

pristine Snowdonia National Park, a very special part of the

country where many locals speak Welsh as their first tongue.

On the way to the island of Anglesey, there are pretty mountain

villages – ideal bases from which to explore the countryside –

and frequent stops at some fearsome castles. Returning to the

mainland, the drive finishes at lively Llandudno, Wales’ largest

and most attractive seaside town.

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Above Spectacular lakeside scenery around Llyn Gwynant

north of Beddgelert, see p151

ACTIVITIES

Fish for brown and sea trout on the idyllic waters of Tal-y-Llyn,

a glacial lake outside Machynlleth

Climb to the mighty summit of Cadair Idris’ beautiful and peaceful

southern Snowdonia National Park

Storm the mighty Harlech Castle and walk along the walls,

admiring the vertiginous views

Ride one of the most thrilling rail routes in the UK up to the

dramatic peak of Mt Snowdon

Take a boat trip to see the seals and seabirds around Puffin Island,

from Beaumaris, Anglesey

Swing through the tree tops or go rock climbing in Betws-y-Coed

Soar above Llandudno in a cable car up to the top of the Great

Orme, and do some skiing on the way down