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Betws-y-Coed Village – Llugwy River Footbridge loop from Gwydyr Forest

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Betws-y-Coed Village – Llugwy River Footbridge loop from Gwydyr Forest

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Betws-y-Coed Village – Llugwy River Footbridge loop from Gwydyr Forest

03:49

13.5km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.13 km

Path Through Sheep Meadows in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Highlight • Forest

5.11 km

Betws-y-Coed Village

Highlight • Rest Area

A true outdoor lovers' mecca, Betws-y-Coed is a great gateway to Snowdonia National Park. Anyone who has driven into Snowdonia on the A5 will have noted its picturesque setting, its alpine character and its numerous gear shops, cafes, hotels and B&Bs.

Betws-y-Coed is surrounded by the gorgeous Gwydyr Forest, which boasts a variety of trails. Moel Siabod is prominent from many points in the village and it is only a short drive to starting points for Snowdon and the Glyderau.

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5.26 km

Betws-y-Coed Railway Station

Highlight • Settlement

The charming tourist hotspot of Betws-y-Coed is served by this small station on the Conwy Valley Line. The village is popular with walkers and lies within the boundary of the Eryri National Park. The railway passes through some of the most picturesque scenery Wales has to offer. Nearby Swallow Falls is a beautiful place to visit, as is the Neolithic cemetery at Capel Garmon.
The original stone station, opened in 1868, still stands and was built by local craftsmen. Mainly used by freight transport equipment, as the number of tourists increased, passenger services became more frequent.
(Transport for Wales)

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6.89 km

Snowdonia Slate Walk

Highlight • Trail

It was a lovely walk along the side of the riverbank lots of people about

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7.14 km

Llugwy River Footbridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice circular walk and view up and down the water from the bridge is beautiful.

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9.10 km

Swallow Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Swallow Falls is one of the highest continuous waterfalls in Wales. It comprises a series of beautiful cascades on the River Llugwy, approximately one mile east of Betws y Coed, on the way to Capel Curig and just off the A5. The falls are surrounded by lush woodland. Swallow Falls is a breathtaking natural wonder that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Visitors can view the falls from a viewing platform. The viewing platform is open all year round and admission costs £2 (cash or credit card).

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13.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.83 km

4.55 km

1.87 km

1.21 km

720 m

353 m

Surfaces

4.78 km

3.32 km

3.26 km

1.97 km

205 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Wednesday 5 August

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Comments

October 22, 2023,Swallow Falls

Start the hike out from Betws-y-Coed crossing the river Llugwy & turning left onto the Snowdonia Slate Trail. Follow this path keeping low alongside the river until you reach the Swallow Falls - really full due to the very heavy rain lately.
Continue along this path until you reach the junction with the A5 at the Ugly House cafe & …

September 20, 2022,Swallow Falls Runde von Betws y Coed

As soon as you climb up, you are alone and can hardly direct your gaze to the path. Real fairy tale forest

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Betws-y-Coed Village – Llugwy River Footbridge loop from Gwydyr Forest

Path Through Sheep Meadows in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Betws-y-Coed Village

Betws-y-Coed Railway Station

Snowdonia Slate Walk

Llugwy River Footbridge

Swallow Falls

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