The Top 5 Castles around Capel Curig
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 5
beautiful castles to choose from around Capel Curig. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Capel Curig. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 22, 2025
Ruins of the Britannia Copper Mine at Llyn Llydaw
Highlight • Historical Site
Might be a fun spot for a bivi.
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Dolbadarn Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
Great little castle/watchtower, easy walk up to it from the hotel nearby, the views from it on a good day are worth the short walk.
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Dolwyddelan Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
It would be hard to overstate the drama of this 13th-century castle, thanks to its incredible location in Snowdonia National park. Thought to have been the birthplace of Llywelyn the …
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Gwydir Castle
Highlight • Castle
Gwydir Castle is a magnificent and atmospheric historical gem located in the Conwy Valley, North Wales, nestled in the foothills of Snowdonia, near the town of Llanrwst.
It is perhaps …
It is perhaps …
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Castell Dinas Castle Ruins
Highlight • Viewpoint
Legendary story of our Welsh dragons defeat how she became our National flag….
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