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Deheudir Eryri | Southern Snowdonia

Where Mid Wales meets North Wales. Where our places to stay have mountain views, lakes on the doorstep, waterfalls within walking distance. You can find them here.

Snowdonia National Park is the largest National Park in Wales, with the highest mountain in England and Wales, and the largest natural lake in Wales.

Must See Attractions include Coed y Brenin, Britain's first purpose-built mountain bike centre. It is one of the sport's top destinations featuring work-class mountain bike trails, family walks, a cafe, cycle shop, all-ability play area and an easy access trail.

Portmeirion is situated on a private peninsula overlooking stunning coastal scenery, the Italian Riviera meets rural Wales with a riot of colour and architectural styles at Portmeirion Village. Built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion is now one of Wales’ most popular destinations.

Harlech Castle crowns a sheer rocky crag overlooking the dunes far below, the peaks of Snowdonia rising as a backdrop.

In the stunning UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere in Mid Wales, The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre that demonstrates practical solutions for a sustainable future.

Visit one of our heritage railways in Southern Snowdonia. The Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world, established in 1832.

Southern Snowdonia Towns | Places to Stay | See & Do

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Harlech

Harlech is a historic town on the Snowdonia coast which has fantastic beaches, Royal St David's - one of Wales' finest golf courses and Harlech Castle which a World heritage site.
Bala & Penllyn

Bala & Penllyn is an area within the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park surrounded by the peaks of Aran Benllyn, Arenig Fawr and the Berwyn Mountains and home to the largest natural lake in Wales,
Abermaw | Barmouth

Barmouth is one of the most picturesque resorts on the Welsh coast and is surrounded by the unrivalled splendour of the Snowdonia National Park.
Dolgellau

Dolgellau is the ideal base to explore southern Snowdonia's dramatic scenery, adrenalin-fuelled activities and world heritage attractions. It's a historic mountain town built on the wool trade and steeped in folklore.
Aberdyfi | Aberdovey

Aberdyfi's pastel-coloured terraces front a large sandy beach and quaint old harbour. The town is a popular centre for sailing, watersports and golf.
Tywyn

Tywyn is a coastal town in Southern Snowdonia on the Mid Wales coast. The name Tywyn comes from the Welsh word for beach or sand dunes.
Eryri National Park (Snowdonia )

The Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park is a special part of the country where visitors come to relax and enjoy a wide range of leisure activities in spectacular surroundings.

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Harlech Railway Station

Address

Ffordd Morfa, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2UL

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Harlech

Harlech railway station is on the Cambrian Coast Line from Machynlleth to Pwllheli.
Barmouth Walking Festival

Address

Abermaw | Barmouth, Southern Snowdonia, LL42 1LS

Telephone
07581 700877

hello@barmouthwalkingfestival.co.uk

Another year, another great set of walks. Immerse yourself in stunning coastal scenery, explore rich history, and savour local delights.
Circular Machynlleth via Tal-y-llyn | Scenic Drive

Address

Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8BL

Telephone
01654 702653

info@mwtcymru.co.uk

Machynlleth

This 35 mile circular route takes you on the A487 from Machynlleth via Corris towards Dolgellau and before turning off on the B4405 to Tywyn via the picturesque Talyllyn lake at the foot of Cadair Idris. Return to Machynlleth via Aberdyfi.
Summer Beer Festival | Talyllyn Railway

Address

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

Telephone
01654 710472

enquires@talyllyn.co.uk

Tywyn

Come and join us for our Beer Festival!
Corris

Address

Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9SS

Corris

Located 5 miles north of Machynlleth, Corris boasts a surprisingly rich vein of local attractions nearby together with thrilling mountain biking in the forest, excellent fishing at Llyn Myngul (Tal y Llyn Lake) and challenging walking on Cadair…
Southern Snowdonia Coast | Scenic Drive

Address

Portmeirion - Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL46 2YA

Portmeirion - Aberdyfi

For visitors that enjoy sea views, coastal towns and villages and stunning beaches, the southern Snowdonia section of the Wales Coastal Way from Portmeirion to Machynlleth follows the Cardigan Bay coastline - a real experience not to be missed.
Llandanwg Beach

Address

Llandanwg, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2SD

Telephone
01286 679686

tourism@gwynedd.llyw.cymru

Harlech

Llandanwg beach is just south of Harlech; the village is famous for its church which stands just a stone's throw from the sea.
Dyfi Discovery Walk | Pennal Walk

Address

Pennal, MACHYNLLETH, Powys, SY20 9DR

Telephone
0300 065 3000

MACHYNLLETH

Start: Pennal village
Grid Reference: SH 699 004
Distance: 13.2km – 8.3 miles
Grade: Strenuous – A mountain walk, not to be undertaken in poor visibility
Maps: OS Explorer – OL 23
Dolgoch Falls

Address

Bryncrug, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9UW

Tywyn

The Dolgoch Falls are a series of three waterfalls near Tywyn in Southern Snowdonia. Access is by woodland walk signposted from the nearby Tal-y-llyn Railway- Dolgoch Station
Harlech

Address

Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2YA

Harlech

Harlech is a historic town on the Snowdonia coast which has fantastic beaches, Royal St David's - one of Wales' finest golf courses and Harlech Castle which a World heritage site.
Aberdyfi | Aberdovey

Address

Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL35 0ED

Telephone
01654 767321

TIC.Aberdyfi@eryri-npa.gov.uk

Aberdyfi

Aberdyfi's pastel-coloured terraces front a large sandy beach and quaint old harbour. The town is a popular centre for sailing, watersports and golf.
Blaenau Ffestiniog

Address

Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 3HS

Telephone
01766 512981

porthmadog.tic@gwynedd.gov.uk

Blaenau Ffestiniog

Blaenau Ffestiniog is famously known as the "slate capital of Wales" and the "town that roofed the world". Its industrial role has long since diminished, yet Blaenau Ffestiniog attracts many visitors because of its rich slate history.
Wales Coast Path | Eryri (Southern Snowdonia)

Address

Wales Coast Path | Southern Snowdonia, Aberdyfi, Southern Snowdonia, SY24 5HX

wcp@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Aberdyfi

The Eyri (Southern Snowdonia) section of the Wales Coast Path providers the walker with the natural backdrop of the Eyri National Park.
Machynlleth Railway Station

Address

Heol y Doll, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8BL

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Machynlleth

Machynlleth railway station is on the Cambrian Line from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. Trains also depart from here for the Cambrian Coast Line to Pwllheli.
Mawddach Estuary

Address

Dolgellau - Barmouth, Southern Snowdonia, LL40 2TA

Telephone
01766 770274

Dolgellau - Barmouth

The vast and sandy Mawddach estuary is one of Snowdonia National Park’s most remarkable areas. The area is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation due to its salt marsh and lowland peat habitats.
Llwyngwril Railway Station

Address

Station Rd, Llwyngwril, LL37 2JS

Telephone
08457 484950

Llwyngwril

Llwyngwril railway station is on the Cambrian Coast line from Machynlleth to Pwllheli.
Tywyn

Address

Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 0DF

Telephone
01654 767321

TIC.Aberdyfi@eryri-npa.gov.uk

Tywyn

Tywyn is a coastal town in Southern Snowdonia on the Mid Wales coast. The name Tywyn comes from the Welsh word for beach or sand dunes.
Cymanfa Ganu | Gŵyl Machynlleth Festival

Address

Y Tabernacl Auditorium, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AJ

Telephone
01654 703355

info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk

Machynlleth

Join us for the opening of Machynlleth Festival 2024 in an evening of sacred hymns - Y Cymanfa Ganu.
Fish ‘N’ Chip Flyer | Talyllyn Railway

Address

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway, Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY

Telephone
01654 710472

enquires@talyllyn.co.uk

Tywyn

Get that FRYday Feeling with the FISH ‘N’ CHIP FLYER
Dolgellau Town Trail

Address

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 1PS

Dolgellau

Discover Dolgellau with its rich history and captivating architecture on the Dolgellau Town Trail. Begin and end your journey at Eldon Square in the heart of the town and meander through its irregular streets and admire the solid buildings.