The Top 6 Mountain Passes in Conwy
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Conwy and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 27, 2025
Sychnant Pass Climb from Capelulo
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Sychnant Pass (Welsh: Bwlch Sychnant, "Dry-stream Pass") in Conwy County Borough, Wales, links Conwy to Penmaenmawr via Dwygyfylchi. Much of the pass is in Snowdonia National Park, and a large …
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Bwlch Eryl Farchog
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This is one a the quietest parts of the Carneddau range. For me, it has the most stunning views. If you’re lucky you might get to see the wild ponies.
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View of the Carneddau Mountains
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The Carneddau are a group of mountains in Snowdonia, Wales. They include the largest contiguous areas of high ground in Wales and England, as well as six or seven of the highest peaks in the country—the Fifteen Peaks!!
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Foel Frech Off-Road Pass
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Completing this loop is impossible without this beautiful and very remote 3km off-road section between the head of Cwm Penanner and the village of Ysbyty Ifan. There's nothing overly technical …
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View of the Carneddau Range
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A great opportunity for views of the Carneddau range, notably, Craig Wen, Creigiau Gleision and Crimpiau.
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Ascent to Crimea Pass from Dolwyddelan
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The ascent to Crimea Pass from Dolwyddelan is along the A470, which can be a busy route. It's just over 3km long with an elevation gain of 205m, giving an average gradient of 6.6%.
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