Yr Wyddfa is the highest mountain in Wales, sitting at 1085m

A Land of Myths and legends

Eryri (Snowdonia) is a land alive with myth, folklore, legends and magic. Stories of giants, monsters and heroes are associated with almost every lake, hill, mountain and village, and the Welsh tradition of storytelling has made sure that these rich and varied tales are still as vibrant today as ever.

Snowdon Horseshoe


The Snowdon Horseshoe is the name given to the horseshoe shaped ring of ridges and peaks on Snowdon's eastern side, and makes up part of the Snowdon Massif. The peaks included in the Horseshoe are those of Y Lliwedd, Snowdon, Garnedd Ugain and Crib Goch


Snowdon Horseshoe


The Snowdon Horseshoe is the name given to the horseshoe shaped ring of ridges and peaks on Snowdon's eastern side, and makes up part of the Snowdon Massif. The peaks included in the Horseshoe are those of Y Lliwedd, Snowdon, Garnedd Ugain and Crib Goch


Crib Goch

Crib Goch is described as a "knife-edged" arête in the Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd, Wales. The name means "red ridge" in the Welsh. The highest point on the arête is 923 metres above sea level.

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Crib Goch
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