Wales Coast Path

The Wales Coast Path was the first in the world to follow the entire coastline of a country. There’s much to discover on this 870 mile route, including unspoilt beaches and wildlife on both land and sea. Step back in time with our ancient castles and find a warm welcome in the many pubs and restaurants along the path.

Female walker on Glyndwr's Way

Walking our long distance trails

Discover our waymarked long-distance routes that offer inspirational walking in Wales.

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Lady on a mobility scooter with male companion on a tarmac section of the wales coast path looking out to sea

Accessible adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Nine easy access sections of the path for wheelchairs, buggies and trikes.

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Three female walkers resting on summit of Foel Fadian, looking north to Cader Idris.

Walking in Wales: region by region

Discover some of the best places to stretch your legs in Wales.

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A train at the station in Barmouth

Bus and train adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Vivienne Crow explores stretches of the Wales Coast Path around Cardigan Bay on foot, bus and train.

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Inside view of camper van looking out of the front windscreen at the road and mountain scenery of Snowdonia.

Van life on the Wales Coast Path

Explore sections of the Llŷn and Snowdonia Wales Coast Path in a campervan with award winning guidebook writer Vivienne Crow.

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Woman on a recumbent trike on a seafront

Amanda's Coastal Challenge

Exploring the Wales Coast Path by wheelchair and trike.

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Person standing with bike looking out over the sea.

Family cycling adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Travel Blogger Kirstie Pelling outlines a selection of family bike rides along the Wales Coast Path.

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Walkers on a coast path with views of an island in the sea.

Explore the Wales Coast Path

Scenic views, friendly towns and rare wildlife are just some of the great reasons to walk the Wales Coast Path.

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Aerial photo of rocks near Porthor Beach on the Lleyn Peninsula in Gwynedd

Planning a Wales Coast Path walk

Get top tips from guidebook author Paddy Dillon to help plan your walk along the Wales Coast Path.

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The colorful village of Portmeirion on the Snowdonia coast.

Luxury places to stay along the Wales Coast Path

Check in to one of these luxury boltholes. After all that sea air you're bound to sleep well!

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Golygfa yn edrych allan ar Gastell Cas-Gwent

Friendly towns on the Wales Coast Path

Tempting food, fascinating history, sea views, warm welcomes and fish’n’chips all included.

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Walker on the Wales Coast Path celebrating with hands in the air

I walked it all, through all seasons of the year

Read Ursula Martin's epic tale of her walk along the Wales Coast Path.

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