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Criccieth’s two beautiful beaches are separated by its prominent and still powerful medieval castle, perched on a small headland. Criccieth Traeth y Marine is a sandy beach with pebbles that stretches away west from the town towards Pwllheli.

Short walk to all the facilities of the town. Free parking. Dog restrictions apply April - end September.

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Road Directions

A497 from Porthmadog. Continue through the town towards Pwllheli and left where signed for the beach.

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Accessible by Public Transport: Criccieth station is 0.5 miles away.

Criccieth Traeth y Marine (West Beach)

Type:Beach

Criccieth, LL52 0EL

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