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View of Pen yr Ole Wen
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Gwarchodfa Natur Genedlaethol Cwm Idwal
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January 9, 2026
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Pen yr Ole WenClick to open side panel for more information is the seventh-highest mountain in Wales and the southernmost peak of the Carneddau range. Standing at 978 meters (3,209 feet), its distinctive pyramid shape dominates the northern skyline of the Ogwen Valley, directly facing the jagged peaks of Tryfan and the Glyderau.
Challenging Ascents: The mountain is famous for its steep, unrelenting climb from Ogwen Cottage. The most direct route involves a breathless scramble up the south ridge, which quickly gains height and provides dramatic aerial views of Llyn Idwal below.
Challenging Ascents: The mountain is famous for its steep, unrelenting climb from Ogwen Cottage. The most direct route involves a breathless scramble up the south ridge, which quickly gains height and provides dramatic aerial views of Llyn Idwal below.
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