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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North Wales

Cnicht North Top

Also known as: Cnicht Copa Gogleddol, Cnicht (copa gogleddol)

In or near Beddgelert.

Free admission

Cnicht North Top — Named summit at 688 m.

Cnicht North Top, mountains & hills in North Wales

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Tanygrisiau · 4.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Cnicht North Top in North Wales, the nearest railway station is Tanygrisiau, which is 4 km away. Entry to the site is free.

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About

Cnicht North Top is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Cnicht Copa Gogleddol. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 688 m.". Coordinates: 53.0020°, -4.0162°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Cnicht North Top is a top of Cnicht in Snowdonia, which forms part of the Moelwynion mountain range. It is one of the Nuttalls, a list of 443 hills in England and Wales over 2,000 ft (610 m) with a relative height of at least 49 ft (15 m). The list was compiled by John and Anne Nuttall and published in 1993 as two volumes, "The Mountains of England & Wales". North Top is a bump on the north ridge; it is often bypassed by walkers heading for Ysgafell Wen, Moel Druman and Allt-fawr. Height in Metres: 688 metres

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Coordinates
53.0020, -4.0162
Address
Gwynedd, Wales
Nearest railway station
Tanygrisiau4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cnicht North Top?
Cnicht North Top is in North Wales, United Kingdom.
What is Cnicht North Top?
Cnicht North Top — Named summit at 688 m.
How do I get to Cnicht North Top?
The nearest railway station is Tanygrisiau, about 4.0 km away. Its coordinates are 53.0020°, -4.0162°.
Is Cnicht North Top free to visit?
Yes, Cnicht North Top is free to enter.
How do I get to Cnicht North Top?
The nearest railway station is Tanygrisiau, about 4.0 km away.