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View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig – View of the Mawddach Estuary loop from Dolgellau

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View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig – View of the Mawddach Estuary loop from Dolgellau

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View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig – View of the Mawddach Estuary loop from Dolgellau

03:38

12.4km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 8.31 km for 119 m

Open: • Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM-6:30 PM • Saturday: 8:30 AM-6:30 PM • Sunday: 10:00 AM-6:30 PM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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253 m

Stone Bridge Over the River Wnion

Highlight • River

Filled to bursting due to current rain, but theres a nice stroll along this river for a mile or so.

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2.12 km

Llanelltyd Bridge Over the Afon Mawddach

Highlight • River

The old bridge at Llanelltyd spans the Afon Mawddach and dates back to the middle of the 18th Century. However, there are much earlier references to a bridge at the …

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2.80 km

New Precipice Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A rather steep climb at the beginning is rewarded with splendid views of the Mawddach valley further on.

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3.39 km

View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig

Highlight • Viewpoint

Llyn Tan-y-Graig once supplied the drinking water to the local village of Llanelltyd and is one of the most beautiful lakes in the area. It’s also on the way up …

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4.11 km

Ruins

4.47 km

View of the Mawddach Estuary

Highlight • River

This spectacular section of the New Precipice Walk gives gorgeous views across the Mawddach Estuary, as the river winds its way towards the Irish Sea. Look closely and you'll see …

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8.40 km

Mawddach Trail and Barmouth Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

The George I I I pub - great food!

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12.1 km

The Aran Wool Trail, Dolgellau

Highlight • River

12.2 km

The Old Smithy Café & Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic find in the cobbled backstreets of Dolgellau, huge choice of food and drinks at good prices outdoor area as well if the weather is ok. Once graced the cover of the newspaper as "Best breakfast in Wales"

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.43 km

4.15 km

993 m

712 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.62 km

3.27 km

2.61 km

1.64 km

1.24 km

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

13°C

5°C

34 %

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View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig – View of the Mawddach Estuary loop from Dolgellau

Stone Bridge Over the River Wnion

Llanelltyd Bridge Over the Afon Mawddach

New Precipice Walk

View of Llyn Tan-y-Graig

View of the Mawddach Estuary

Mawddach Trail and Barmouth Bridge

The Aran Wool Trail, Dolgellau

The Old Smithy Café & Tea Rooms

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