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Capel Curig

Pen Yr Helgi Du

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Pen Yr Helgi Du

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Pen yr Helgi Du is a

wonderful mountain in the southern Carneddau. Its summit features a stupendous

view of the Glyderau, particularly of Tryfan, arguably Wales’ most visually

striking mountain, as well as down into picturesque Cwm Llugwy and its

sparkling reservoir.

Routes to Pen yr

Helgi Du usually begin from the busy Ogwen Valley and either ascend via its south

ridge or climb neighbouring Pen Llithrig y Wrach before heading west. The

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    Location: Capel Curig, Conwy, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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    June 13, 2022

    Hiking

    Pen yr Helgi Du is a fine summit to the southeast of Carnedd Llewelyn. It stands high above wild Cwm Eigiau and the beautiful Ffynnon Llugwy reservoir. Its summit is linked to Carnedd Llewelyn via the narrow ridge at Bwlch Eryi Farchog. The traverses takes you above the mighty cliffs of Craig yr Ysfa, which are popular with rock climbers.

    November 20, 2020

    Hiking

    Pen yr Helgi Du (Hill of the Black Hound) is a mountain peak in the eastern part of the Carneddau in Snowdonia, North Wales. It lies on the south-eastern flanks …

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    Best Hikes to Pen Yr Helgi Du

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    1. Carnedd Dafydd & Carnedd Llewelyn loop from the Ogwen Valley — Snowdonia National Park

    18.8km

    06:45

    1,040m

    1,040m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 810 m

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    Location: Capel Curig, Conwy, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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