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Fairy Glen

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Fairy Glen

Recommended by 114 hikers out of 116

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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Location: Bro Garmon, Conwy, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Fairy Glen Gorge – Conwy Falls loop from Betws-y-coed

9.76km

02:45

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Betws-y-Coed village – Fairy Glen loop from Capel Garmon

13.5km

03:51

300m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Fairy Glen Gorge – Conwy Falls loop from Capel Garmon

6.72km

01:53

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alex Foxfield

March 8, 2021

The Fairy Glen is a picturesque, secluded gorge not far from the popular village of Betws-y-Coed. It is named for the mythical sprites that are said to live there and is one of several UK beauty spots that share this title.

The site is looked after by local people and there is an honesty box near the entrance gate, which suggests a small donation.

Wanderpärchen

October 24, 2017

A really short, but very scenic walk to the River Conwy. There is a little paying booth, we payed 2P to enter. We have not had any change in our options, but then an older man literally appeared out of nowhere with a pocket

A short but very nice walk down to the River Conwy. At the beginning there is a small payment station, we paid 2P. We had no change and have a little uncertain our options covered, there is already an elderly gentleman out of nowhere with a pocket full of Klimpergeld appeared, almost like a (very male) fairy :)

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OliverZ

July 19, 2019

A grandiose little canyon. Here you can take great pictures. A tripod is appropriate, it is relatively dark. Be careful, the rocks on the edge of the river are very slippery. You can do a little round, which is very nice.

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Silke Stevermüer

August 17, 2018

Great canyon and beautiful RiverWalk

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Juliane

June 23, 2025

A beautiful gorge, accessible via a short hike from the landowners' parking lot. The fee is £1 per person plus £1 for parking. You can drop your money into a box, and upon our arrival, an elderly lady with crutches appeared and offered change.
The gorge is truly worth seeing. Even if you continue hiking along the river, you'll discover wonderful places to linger.

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Location: Bro Garmon, Conwy, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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