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View of the Mawddach Estuary – View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig loop from Penmaen-pŵl

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View of the Mawddach Estuary – View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig loop from Penmaen-pŵl

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View of the Mawddach Estuary – View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig loop from Penmaen-pŵl

03:23

11.2km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

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After 10.4 km for 119 m

Open: • Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM-6:30 PM • Saturday: 8:30 AM-6:30 PM • Sunday: 10:00 AM-6:30 PM (otherwise closed)

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2.27 km

View of the Mawddach Estuary

Highlight • River

This spectacular section of the New Precipice Walk gives gorgeous views across the Mawddach Estuary, as the river winds its way towards the Irish Sea. Look closely and you'll see …

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2.62 km

Ruins

3.35 km

View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig

Highlight • Viewpoint

Llyn Tan-y-Graig once supplied the drinking water to the local village of Llanelltyd and is one of the most beautiful lakes in the area. It’s also on the way up …

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3.45 km

New Precipice Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A rather steep climb at the beginning is rewarded with splendid views of the Mawddach valley further on.

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4.61 km

Llanelltyd Bridge Over the Afon Mawddach

Highlight • River

The old bridge at Llanelltyd spans the Afon Mawddach and dates back to the middle of the 18th Century. However, there are much earlier references to a bridge at the …

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6.48 km

Stone Bridge Over the River Wnion

Highlight • River

Filled to bursting due to current rain, but theres a nice stroll along this river for a mile or so.

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6.56 km

The Aran Wool Trail, Dolgellau

Highlight • River

6.63 km

The Old Smithy Café & Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic find in the cobbled backstreets of Dolgellau, huge choice of food and drinks at good prices outdoor area as well if the weather is ok. Once graced the cover of the newspaper as "Best breakfast in Wales"

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10.4 km

Mawddach Trail and Barmouth Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

The George I I I pub - great food!

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.81 km

2.08 km

1.35 km

587 m

274 m

122 m

Surfaces

3.08 km

2.83 km

2.76 km

1.28 km

1.27 km

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Thursday 30 July

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Comments

March 1, 2025,Penmaenpool, New Precipice circular- Dolgellau

The steep inclines through the woods is worth it for the stunning views at the top

August 9, 2024,Dolgellau – Lôn Mawddach (Mawddach Trail) 🥾🌤️

Very nice route. Make sure you pay attention to the direction you are running in. Very steep climb at the beginning.
Bridge also costs tolls for pedestrians. 30 p per person (they also accept cards).

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View of the Mawddach Estuary – View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig loop from Penmaen-pŵl

View of the Mawddach Estuary

View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig

New Precipice Walk

Llanelltyd Bridge Over the Afon Mawddach

Stone Bridge Over the River Wnion

The Aran Wool Trail, Dolgellau

The Old Smithy Café & Tea Rooms

Mawddach Trail and Barmouth Bridge

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