Barmouth Beach – Barmouth Bridge loop from Fairbourne
Barmouth Beach – Barmouth Bridge loop from Fairbourne
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Barmouth Beach – Barmouth Bridge loop from Fairbourne
03:08
12.2km
30m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 14, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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4.11 km
Mawddach Estuary
Highlight • Viewpoint
5.50 km
Barmouth Town Centre
Highlight • Historical Site
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6.26 km
Barmouth Lifeboat Station
Highlight • Other
Source: rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/barmouth-lifeboat-station
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6.34 km
Barmouth Beach
Highlight • Beach
The large sandy beach is a favorite spot for beachgoers and there are often large waves here, perfect for surfing. The size of the beach means that it never feels crowded, even in the summer months.
(UKBeachGuide)
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6.61 km
Barmouth Dolphin Sculpture
Highlight • Structure
The image is intended to highlight the presence of dolphins in local waters and is supported by the Sea Watch Foundation.
(BBC)
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6.72 km
Ty Crwn (The Roundhouse), Barmouth
Highlight • Historical Site
It was originally built in 1833 as a prison for drunks, sluts and idlers who disturbed the peace of the harbour.
According to sources, it was built round so that the devil could not find a corner to hide in!
In addition to drunken sailors who caused trouble, there was apparently also a group of women who regularly caused offense.
Ty Crwn was then split into two halves so that police could lock up disorderly women and men separately. The two rooms were separated by a small curtain.
You can't enter the Roundhouse, but you can peek through the window and see what prison conditions were like in the 1830s.
(ThirdEyeTraveller)
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7.44 km
Barmouth Viaduct
Highlight • Bridge
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7.77 km
Barmouth Bridge
Highlight • Cycleway
You can walk and cycle across the bridge and it's toll-free as of 2013, although you can donate a toll. Due to significant planned renovations, the bridge periodically closes for months at a time so always check if it's open before you visit, particularly if you're using it as part of a longer hike for the detour is considerable.
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12.2 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.15 km
2.89 km
1.51 km
990 m
513 m
181 m
Surfaces
6.50 km
4.37 km
760 m
513 m
< 100 m
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