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Porthmadog Harbour – The Glaslyn Estuary loop from Morfa Bychan

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Porthmadog Harbour – The Glaslyn Estuary loop from Morfa Bychan

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105

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Porthmadog Harbour – The Glaslyn Estuary loop from Morfa Bychan

03:18

12.7km

90m

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: July 28, 2026

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2.13 km

View of the Afon Glaslyn Estuary from Borth-y-Gest

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Wales Coast Path is a long distance trail which follows the entire Welsh Coast. This section from Borth-y-Gest is fairly flat with wonderful views over the Afon Glaslyn estuary.

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3.60 km

St Cyngar's Church, Borth-y-Gest

Highlight • Religious Site

St Cyngar's Church is located in Borth-y-gest above the estuary shoreline. It was built in 1913 to designs of Harold Hughes.

Described as 'a dour church' it is made of dark local stone laid in crazy-paving fashion. Small and upright, its plan comprises nave and chancel in one with transepts, the north one heavily buttressed with catslide roof. Pointed windows are in singles, pairs and triplets, all with rectangular lead glazing. A slate-clad porch was added in 1964.

An arch is positioned, curiously, mid-way along the nave. With medieval-style arch-brace trusses and flat wide purlins west of the arch, and a boarded ceiling to the east, it was suggested that the church may have been planned to be longer.

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3.97 km

Borth-y-Gest

Highlight • Viewpoint

5.18 km

Porthmadog Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

The marina is important to the city and remains a vibrant, vibrant center of activity. Porthmadog has an attractive harbor and attracts sailors and pleasure boaters from all over Europe who are keen to enjoy the beautiful coastline and explore the surrounding countryside. With ample moorings, maritime services and a lively atmosphere, it is one of the most popular moorings in Wales.
(Harbor guides)

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5.48 km

Porthmadog High Street and railway station

Highlight • Historical Site

A beautiful Welsh town with everything you need to top up before heading off in to the Snowdonian mountains. You may even pick up some of the language as it's generally Welsh speaking.

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7.21 km

The Glaslyn Estuary

Highlight • Beach

Stunning views across the estuary, up towards the mountains around Yr Wyddfa and towards the southern part of the national park. Borth-Y-Gest is cute too.

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