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Mountains

Topic page for content showing the best of Wales' fantastic mountains and mountain ranges. 

child and two adult walkers approaching summit of mountain.

The big three: mountains for children

Walking in the mountains can be great fun for children. Discover the some of the best to explore.

Topics:

  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Blue lake among the green countryside and trees

Breathtaking Betws-y-Coed

It's time to get outdoors! How will you start your action-packed adventure?

Topics:

  • Groups
  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Walker / hiker / mountaineer approaching Snowdon summit in winter with heavy snow on ground

Great activities to do in winter

Ideas to make the most of the great Welsh outdoors and enjoy some fun winter activities.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Coastline
  • Winter
  • Outdoor
Two mountain bikers heading down a trail.

Get off the beaten track

Three friends, five days, mountain biking in Wales, from North to South.

Topics:

  • Tours
  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Travelogue
View from top of a mountain looking over houses and woodland.

Top mountain spots for an amazing view

Mountains define the Welsh landscape. Here are ten of the best places to stop and admire them.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Walkers sat down overlooking mountains.

Eight brilliant things to do in the Brecon Beacons

Check out the culture, wildlife, outdoor and heritage attractions you can see in the Brecon Beacons.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
Family walking through Abergavenny town centre with hills in the distance.

An insider guide to Abergavenny

Broadsheet journalist Jude Rogers on what to see, eat, drink and do in the market town Abergavenny.

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Mountains
  • My place
  • Outdoor
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
Two mountain bikers at Afan Forest Park.

Real mountain biking for families and beginners

Mountain bike expert Tom Hutton talks us through his favourite novice-friendly trails.

Topics:

  • Groups
  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Outdoor
Conwy castle taken with Welsh flags taken from a hill a few fields away.

North Wales on film

Fangirl Quest search for epic film locations in North Wales, including coast and castle locations.

Topics:

  • Geography
  • Mountains
  • Outdoor
North Wales
The view of Aberystwyth prom at dusk from the castle.

Hinterland locations

Location manager Paul Bach, gives an insider's guide to Hinterland’s most stunning scenery.

Topics:

  • Geography
  • Mountains
  • Countryside
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
The Pyg track looking towards the summit of Wales tallest mountain.

Six paths to the top of Snowdon

Everything you need to know about climbing Snowdon before you get there!

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Mountains
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Walker on shore of Llyn Idwal.

Enjoy a three day family adventure

Looking for inspiration? We've planned a family holiday itinerary of fun activities in Snowdonia.

Topics:

  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • Outdoor
North Wales

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