The Ogwen valley is one of EryriNational Park's most popular areas. Discover the best and most sustainable ways to get to Ogwen.

Enjoy lovely views on this moderate lakeshore walk around Llyn Ogwen in Eryri (Snowdonia). Legend has it is last resting place of King Arthur’s sword Excalibur.

Afon Ogwen (Welsh for 'River Ogwen'; Welsh: [ˈɔɡʊɛn]) is a river in north-west Wales draining from some of the greatest peaks in Snowdonia before discharging to the sea on the eastern side of Bangor, Gwynedd.

Panoramic Ogwen Falls or Rhaeadr Ogwen, as it is known in Welsh, is the site where the Ogwen River, emerging from Llyn Ogwen, begins its journey along the rugged Nant Ffrancon valley to the sea.

Llyn Ogwen (Welsh: [ˈɬɪn ˈɔɡʊɛn]) is a ribbon lake in north-west Wales. It lies alongside the A5 road between two mountain ranges of Snowdonia, the Carneddau and the Glyderau.

It is, to this day, the last known place of the Sword of Excalibur where a knight of King Arthur cast it. The path can be wet and a little muddy however it is also pretty scenic as the lake lays between Carneddau and the Glyderau, 2 mountain ranges in Snowdonia.

Jul 29, 2023 · From the rugged grandeur of Tryfan Mountain to the mirror-like reflections of Llyn Ogwen, and the mystical allure of Cwm Idwal, Ogwen Valley (or Dyffryn Ogwen in Welsh) presents a stunning array of photography spots that will leave you spellbound.

Jun 13, 2019 · Y garn and the Devils kitchen circular walk from the ogwen valley. This walk starts at Ogwen cottage and takes in some spectacular views of the Ogwen valley, Llanberis and the Snowdon massive. The views towards Anglesey are also beautiful on a clear day.

Mar 6, 2025 · This is a challenging but rewarding hike in the Glyderau range of Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), taking you up Glyder Fach via the Y Gribin ridge (a grade 1 scramble) and continuing to Glyder Fawr and Y Garn before returning to the trailhead. This route starts at the Ogwen car park across the road from the Llyn Ogwen.

Download an interactive map and guide on your phone today! This walk has stunning, mountainous views; the iconic summits of Tryfan and Glyderau will tower above you as you hike. Some scrambling is involved to begin with but, overall, it’s a …