The Ogwen Valley is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful locations in all of Snowdonia and looking over it from the summit of Glyder Fawr is one of the best ways to see why. At 3,284 feet (1001 m), this mountain’s jagged summit entrances hikers from the very beginning and it stands proud as the fifth-highest in Wales.

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Location: Llanberis, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

November 7, 2018

Hiking

The summit of Glyder Fawr is magnificent. On a clear day you will see incredible views of Snowdon, Crib Goch and Garnedd Ugain. At 3,284 feet (1,001 m), it is the highest peak in the Glyderau range.

David Howells

October 23, 2020

Hiking

The Glyders Horseshoe is about the best looped trail you can do. Glyder Fawr is part of that loop and from here you have glorious views of Snowdon, Tryfan, Glyder Fach and Y Garn. On a good day it is truly a world class hike. A rocky route with a lot of height gain to get there by which ever route you take but it will be well worth it. If you need more information on a route click here: komoot.com/tour/262620235

Sebastian Kowalke

January 12, 2018

Hiking

The Glyder Fawr is the highest peak in the Glyderau group and, at an altitude of 1,001 meters, is even the fifth highest mountain in Wales. On the summit plateau of the Glyder Fawr are some striking rock formations that stretch into the sky.

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1. Y Garn to Glyder Fach loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri | Snowdonia National Park

9.04km

04:21

850m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Glyder Fach & Glyder Fawr loop via Bristly Ridge from Ogwen Cottage — Snowdonia National Park

8.84km

04:13

730m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Glyders from Pen-y-Gwryd loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

11.4km

04:49

770m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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1. Y Garn to Glyder Fach loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri | Snowdonia National Park

2. Glyder Fach & Glyder Fawr loop via Bristly Ridge from Ogwen Cottage — Snowdonia National Park

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