The Top 20 Peaks around Mawddwy
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Mawddwy is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Mawddwy for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Mawddwy for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: December 1, 2025
Penygadair summit, Cadair Idris
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Complex and striking, Cadair Idris is the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) of southern Eryri (Snowdonia): a honeypot mountain renowned for its imperious cliffs, enticing ridges and pretty tarns. It is a …
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Aran Benllyn
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Aran Benllyn may be lower than its neighbour, Aran Fawddwy, but it is easily as characterful and features wide-ranging views across Northern Snowdonia.
It is often ascended along with its …
It is often ascended along with its …
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Summit of Aran Fawddwy
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An often-ignored, almost secret mountain, Aran Fawddwy is the UK’s highest mountain south of Snowdon. Rising high above the shattered crags plummeting into Creiglyn Dyfi tarn, Aran Fawddwy forms a …
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Glasgwm summit and Llyn y Fign
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Glasgwm is a hugely charismatic peak in Southern Snowdonia's Aran range. Craig Cywarch, its east-facing cliffs are particularly striking and are frequented by rock climbers. Its summit is dotted with …
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Mynydd Moel summit
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The northeastern high point on the Cadair Idris massif, Mynydd Moel sees a fraction of the footfall of the main Penygadair summit. However, it's a wonderful place to gaze out …
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