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Climbing & bouldering crags · North Wales

Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge)

In or near Q1638504.

Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge) — a climbing crag in wales north.

The route from Cwm Glas to Pen y Pass - geograph.org.uk - 6679140

Eric Jones — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Clogwyn · 2.7 km

About

Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge) is a climbing crag located in wales north, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Place summary

Esgair Maen Gwyn, also known as Scimitar Ridge, is a climbing crag located in North Wales. This site offers a variety of climbing routes suitable for different skill levels. The crag is characterised by its distinctive rock formations and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Climbers can expect a rugged outdoor experience in a prominent Welsh climbing area.

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Coordinates
53.0875, -4.0402
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Llanberis
Postcode
LL55 4NU
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Clogwyn2.7 km

Sources

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Places to stay

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge)?
Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge) is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL55 4NU), in the parish of Llanberis.
What is Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge)?
Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge) — a climbing crag in wales north.
How do I get to Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge)?
The nearest railway station is Clogwyn, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL55 4NU.
How do I get to Esgair Maen Gwyn (Scimitar Ridge)?
The nearest railway station is Clogwyn, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL55 4NU.