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Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

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Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

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    March 11, 2021

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    Llanberis is synonymous with Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). It's a popular starting point for some of the easier ways to the roof of Wales. Whether it’s via the Llanberis Path or a ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway, thousands of people every year head to the village with the summit in their sights.

    Long before it was a draw to tourists and hikers, Llanberis was a slate mining town. The Dinorwig Quarry's slate tips are a stark reminder of the region’s heritage.

    The village is blessed with several good outdoor gear shops and characterful places to eat and drink.

    January 12, 2018

    Hiking

    Once a tiny peasant village, Llanberis grew in the early 1800s, when the workers of the surrounding slate quarries moved in. Today the drowsy village is a popular destination among …
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    October 21, 2018

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    Llanberis is located directly on Llyn Padarn. There are several good photo spots here. In Llanberis the mountain railway departs for Snowdon. In addition, Llanberis is the starting point for several hikes, especially to the Snowdon, around the Llyn Padarn and the Dinorwic Slate Mine.
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    1. Moel Eilio & Snowdon loop from Llanberis — Snowdonia National Park

    21.3km

    08:10

    1,360m

    1,360m

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

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    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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    Elevation 110 m

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

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