Conwy to Llanfairfechan (upland route) – on the Wales Coast Path
Explore stunning Conwy Castle and its medieval walled town – a World Heritage Site. Then take the superb but more demanding upland route over the heathery ridge of Conwy Mountain, before rounding Foel Lus and crossing open moorland to descend to Llanfairfechan
- Chester-Flint Castle
- Flint Castle-Talacre Dunes
- Talacre Dunes-Pensarn
- Pensarn-Llandudno
- Llandudno-Conwy
- Conwy-Llanfairfechan
- Llanfairfechan-Bangor
- Bangor Pier
Outline
Distance: 11 miles/ 18 kilometres
Start: Conwy riverside – SH 783776
Finish: Llanfairfechan – SH 679754
Maps: OS Landranger 115 Snowdon; and Explorer Outdoor Leisure 17 Snowdon
Services: All facilities in Conwy; B&Bs, shops, cafes, pubs and toilets in Llanfairfechan; pub and hotels at Capelulo, railway stations at Conwy and Llanfairfechan
Where to stay: Conwy offers plenty of places to stay, including:
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Plan your trip
Wales is a dream destination for independent travellers. The Welsh Coastal Path is easy to reach by bus, train and plane, hire car or campervan. Stay in a cosy hotel, holiday home or friendly B&B. And don’t forget holiday insurance. It pays to plan ahead. Book Now
Local tours
While you’re here, why not enjoy more of Wales’ rich heritage, history and landscape?