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Snowdon

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description Snowdon Overview

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) is the highest mountain in Wales, with a summit elevation of 1,085 meters above sea level, located within Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd. A rack-and-pinion mountain railway, the Snowdon Mountain Railway, has operated on the mountain since 1896, carrying visitors from Llanberis to the summit station. The mountain is among the most popular hiking destinations in Britain, with multiple established routes to the summit including the Llanberis Path and the Pyg Track.

insights Ranking position

Snowdon ranks #129 of 187 in the Mountain ranking, behind Nevado Tres Cruces, ahead of Batura Sar.

help Snowdon FAQ

What is the Welsh name for Snowdon?

The Welsh name for Snowdon is Yr Wyddfa, and the wider mountainous region is known as Eryri (Snowdonia). In recent years, the Snowdonia National Park authority has moved toward preferential use of these Welsh names in official communications.

Can you take a train to the summit of Snowdon?

Yes, the Snowdon Mountain Railway, a rack-and-pinion railway that has operated since 1896, carries visitors from Llanberis to a station just below the summit. It is the only public rack-and-pinion railway in the United Kingdom and runs seasonal services weather permitting.

How tall is Snowdon?

Snowdon has a summit elevation of 1,085 meters (3,560 feet) above sea level, making it the highest mountain in Wales. It is located within Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd and is the tallest peak in Britain south of the Scottish Highlands.

What is the easiest walking route up Snowdon?

The Llanberis Path is generally considered the least steep of the main walking routes up Snowdon, following a gradual gradient for roughly 14.5 kilometers round trip from the village of Llanberis. Despite being the easiest, it is still a full-day mountain walk that requires appropriate footwear and preparation for changeable weather.

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