Harlech Castle – Harlech Castle loop from Llanbedr
Harlech Castle – Harlech Castle loop from Llanbedr
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Harlech Castle – Harlech Castle loop from Llanbedr
04:42
16.8km
330m
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: May 16, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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3.03 km
Gwern Einion Standing Stone 2
Archaeological Site
7.26 km
Baptism Well
Lake
7.65 km
Harlech Beach and Dunes
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7.67 km
The Two Kings Statue at Harlech Castle
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Bendigeidfran is a giant and king of Britain in Welsh mythology. He appears in several stories, but his most important role is in the Second Branch of the Mabinogi.
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7.87 km
Harlech Castle
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Harlech was completed from ground to battlements in just seven years under the guidance of the gifted architect Master James of St. George. The classic 'walls within walls' design makes optimal use of the difficult natural defenses.
Even when the castle was completely cut off by Madog ap Llewelyn's rebellion, it held strong – thanks to the 'Way from the Sea'. Via this path of 108 steps, which climbed steeply up the rock face, the besieged defenders could be supplied with food and drink by ship.
Harlech is easier to conquer these days. You can enter this amazing castle via an incredible 'floating' walkway.
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8.50 km
Harlech Castle
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Harlech was completed from ground to battlements in just seven years under the guidance of the gifted architect Master James of St. George. The classic 'walls within walls' design makes optimal use of the difficult natural defenses.
Even when the castle was completely cut off by Madog ap Llewelyn's rebellion, it held strong – thanks to the 'Way from the Sea'. Via this path of 108 steps, which climbed steeply up the rock face, the besieged defenders could be supplied with food and drink by ship.
Harlech is easier to conquer these days. You can enter this amazing castle via an incredible 'floating' walkway.
(Cadw Wales)
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10.0 km
Morfa Harlech Sand Dunes
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10.5 km
Harlech Beach
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Swimming in the clear water here is generally safe, although there is no lifeguard service and jellyfish can sometimes be found. The beach is popular with families and walkers with dogs, although there are restrictions on dog walking at certain times of the year.
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11.4 km
Harlech Beach
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12.4 km
View of Harlech Beach
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Harlech Beach offers a pristine four-mile expanse of golden sand, framed by breathtaking vistas of the Snowdonia mountain range and bordered by lush grassy dunes.
There’s a flat grassy plateau here, just off the path, for you to sit and admire the sweeping views.
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16.8 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.82 km
3.84 km
3.80 km
2.21 km
1.78 km
330 m
Surfaces
5.92 km
3.69 km
2.54 km
2.47 km
2.06 km
100 m
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Saturday 4 July
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