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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Braich Ddu

In or near Abergynolwyn.

Free admission

Braich Ddu — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 546 m.

Lonely walker, Braich Ddu - geograph.org.uk - 186249

Hugh Chevallier — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Morfa Mawddach · 2.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Braich Ddu is a named summit in wales-mid, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 546 metres. Listed in the Wikidata register of UK peaks; see the Wikipedia article for further details on the mountain's location, geology and walking routes.

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Place summary

Braich Ddu is a mountain located in Mid Wales. It is part of the rugged terrain characteristic of the region, offering notable views and hiking opportunities.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.6887, -4.0062
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Arthog
Postcode
LL39 1LX
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Morfa Mawddach2.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Braich Ddu?
Braich Ddu is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL39 1LX), in the parish of Arthog.
What is Braich Ddu?
Braich Ddu — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 546 m.
How do I get to Braich Ddu?
The nearest railway station is Morfa Mawddach, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL39 1LX.
Is Braich Ddu free to visit?
Yes, Braich Ddu is free to enter.
How do I get to Braich Ddu?
The nearest railway station is Morfa Mawddach, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL39 1LX.