A lovely traffic free alternative to the A5, starting at the Llyn Ogwen visitor centre. Mostly tarmac, but watch out for the loose slate section at the north end.

ionapawson

January 4, 2022

Quiet paved road down the Nant Ffrancon, part of National Cycle Route 85.

Sion Elidir

April 10, 2022

really steep from here, finishes right by cafe for a coffee to celebrate. the way back is great, major fun downhill

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Distance 8.18 km

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 160 m

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

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Nant Ffrancon Cycle Route

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