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Porthmadog Harbour

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Porthmadog Harbour

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    1. Moel-y-Gest & Borth-y-Gest loop from Porthmadog

    9.12km

    02:43

    240m

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

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

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

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    September 20, 2023

    The marina is important to the city and remains a vibrant, vibrant center of activity. Porthmadog has an attractive harbor and attracts sailors and pleasure boaters from all over Europe who are keen to enjoy the beautiful coastline and explore the surrounding countryside. With ample moorings, maritime services and a lively atmosphere, it is one of the most popular moorings in Wales.
    (Harbor guides)

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      September 21, 2025

      Porthmadog came about after William Madocks (a guess this is where the name of the town derives from) built a sea wall, the Cob to reclaim land from the sea for farming use. The diversion of the river caused it to scour out a new natural harbour deep enough for small ships and the first public wharves appeared in 1825. Quarry companies followed, with wharves along the shore mainly for the transport of slate and due to this the town grew in population and importance.

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