Dinas Bran Castle – World's End, Eglwyseg Valley loop from Horseshoe Pass

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Dinas Bran Castle – World's End, Eglwyseg Valley loop from Horseshoe Pass

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Dinas Bran Castle – World's End, Eglwyseg Valley loop from Horseshoe Pass

06:48

22.6km

700m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.45 km

Llwyn Adda

Forest

5.28 km

View of Valle Crucis Abbey from the footpath

Highlight • Viewpoint

7.87 km

Dinas Bran Castle

Highlight • Castle

Beautiful castle ruins with great views of the valley and the cliffs of World's End!
In fine weather, especially in morning and evening light, fantastic for photo sessions!

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8.17 km

Raven Gate at Dinas Brân

Highlight • Historical Site

I think the bird is a Crow, a nod to the castle, Dinas Brân, (Brân being the welsh for crow) "Crows Fortress".

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11.5 km

Panorama Waterfall and Rocky Scramble

Highlight • Climb

Steep & rocky scramble between the Panorama Walk tarmac and the Panorama cliff edge path

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13.5 km

Trail Below Craig Arthur

Highlight • Viewpoint

The trail that runs below the imposing cliffs of Craig Arthur offers a great view up towards the craggy outcrops.

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15.1 km

World's End, Eglwyseg Valley

Highlight • Gorge

The narrow vale at the head of Eglwyseg Valley is a popular destination for hikers and bikers all year round. The long-distance footpath Offa's Dyke Path, which stretches 176 miles …

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