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Llanberis Lake Railway – Steep Descent loop from Llanrug

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Llanberis Lake Railway – Steep Descent loop from Llanrug

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Llanberis Lake Railway – Steep Descent loop from Llanrug

02:05

24.9km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.45 km for 109 m

After 23.0 km for 76 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.20 km

Llys Derwen Caravan and Camping Site

Highlight • Rest Area

Enjoy the adventure of a lifetime in wonderful North Wales. Book your holiday at Llys Derwen our friendly Caravan, Touring Park and Campsite near Llanberis in Snowdonia. We are close …

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11.5 km

Llanberis Lake Railway

Highlight • Structure

Not been on this myself but on a conversation with a member of the public I'm told it's a wonderful journey around to the north side of the lake away from the hustle and bustle of the South side

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11.6 km

Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

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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 …

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13.9 km

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24.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

6.57 km

2.52 km

2.43 km

773 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

6.61 km

6.30 km

551 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

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Friday 29 May

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Llanberis Lake Railway – Steep Descent loop from Llanrug

Llys Derwen Caravan and Camping Site

Llanberis Lake Railway

Llanberis Village and Llyn Padarn

Vivian Quarry

Steep Descent

View of Llyn Padarn from Pont Pen-y-Llyn

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