Places to stay in Eryri (Snowdonia)

View over a lake in Eryri (Snowdonia) with sheep in the foreground

Welcome to Eryri (Snowdonia)

Explore the peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, ideal for walking or mountain biking holidays.

Situated in North West Wales, this breathtaking National Park is home to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – the highest mountain in Wales –  plus an extensive number of hiking trails and over 100 lakes.

YHA hostels in Eryri (Snowdonia)

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Things to do in Eryri (Snowdonia)

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Tre'r Ceiri Hillfort

Standing 450m above sea level on a peak of Yr Eifl on Llyn Peninsula, this hillfort is one of the best preserved in Britain. See over 150 stone houses where as many as 400 inhabitants would have lived during the Romano-British period for a chance to truly imagine the settlement during the Roman army's occupation of north-western Wales.

Trefriw Woollen Mills

Glimpse into Wales' industrial past and see just how the mills work – you'll be surprised! See the traditional Welsh blankets, tweeds and rugs being made, as you learn about the time-honoured process of their manufacture.

The Segontium

This Roman Fort is open all year round, but in season the experience is enhanced by a museum providing information on the history that surrounds the Segontium.

Scale Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)

No list of activities would be complete without a trip up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Whether you choose an easy walk or a tough challenge, the feeling you'll get from conquering this giant will stay with you for a long time.

Glynllifon

Just outside Caernarfon, Glynllifon is the perfect place to spend a day. See the stunning mansion and explore the 700-acre estate where you can see some of the rarest flora and fauna in Wales. This Site of Special Scientific Interest is also home to rare and endangered wildlife, so it's a must-visit.

Indulge in breathtaking Eryri (Snowdonia) scenery

Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park boasts the biggest mountains in England and Wales, but hiking up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is not the only thing to do in this breathtakingly beautiful area. Beaches, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and nostalgic railways await visitors, while history lovers can lose themselves in the Slate Museum or explore the wealth of castles in the nearby area.

Enjoy horseriding in the foothills of Eryri (Snowdonia), visit the National White Water Centre for thrills and spills or go underground to find out all about the history of the Sygun Copper Mine; this area really has something for everyone.

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