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Lakes · Mid Wales

Llyn Cau

In or near Abergynolwyn.

Llyn Cau — a lake in wales mid.

Craig Cau above Llyn Cau - geograph.org.uk - 7125524

M J Roscoe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Corris · 6.0 km

About

A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.

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Place summary

Llyn Cau is a lake located in Mid Wales, within the parish of Llanfihangel-y-Pennant. This glacial lake is situated in a natural basin, offering scenic views of the surrounding landscape. It is a notable feature of the region, attracting visitors for its tranquil setting and opportunities for exploration. The area is known for its walking trails, providing access to the lake and the dramatic terrain that encircles it.

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Coordinates
52.6930, -3.9028
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Llanfihangel-y-Pennant
Postcode
LL36 9AJ
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Corris6 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

View from Minffordd Path - over Llyn Cau to Penygadair summit - geograph.org.uk - 2509879📷 3

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Craig Lwyd

Craig Lwyd — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 690 m.

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Craig Cwm Amarch📷 3

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Craig Cwm Amarch

Craig Cwm Amarch — Named summit at 791 m.

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Craig Cwm Amarch📷 3

Natural landmarks · Mid Wales

Craig Cwm Amarch

Craig Cwm Amarch — mountain (791.9m) in Gwynedd.

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Summit Shelter, Penygadair - geograph.org.uk - 2226205📷 5

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Penygader

Penygader — a hill or mountain in wales mid.

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The Saddle - taken from the summit of Cader Idris - geograph.org.uk - 391759📷 3

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Penygadair

Penygadair — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 893 m.

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Cadair Idris📷 5

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Cadair Idris

Cadair Idris — Named summit at 893 m.

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Where to eat & stay near Llyn Cau

Places to stay

Start of the Minffordd Path to Cadair Idris - geograph.org.uk - 2509840📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Dôl Einion

Dôl Einion — a campsite in wales mid.

A470 approaching Minffordd - geograph.org.uk - 3394404📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Cwmrhwyddfor Campsite

Cwmrhwyddfor Campsite — a campsite in wales mid.

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Hafod Dywyll Farm - geograph.org.uk - 2382719📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Hafod Dywyll farm campsite

Hafod Dywyll farm campsite — a campsite in wales north.

Kings Youth Hostel - geograph.org.uk - 3982748📷 5

Hostels · Mid Wales

King's Youth Hostel

King's Youth Hostel — a hostel in wales north.

Woodland and lane near Clogwyn - geograph.org.uk - 7852971📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Bryn Y Gwin Farm Camp Site

Bryn Y Gwin Farm Camp Site — a campsite in wales north.

Nant Iago - geograph.org.uk - 8149631📷 5

Campsites · Mid Wales

Cedris Farm Campsite

Cedris Farm Campsite — a campsite in wales mid.

Places to eat & drink

Royal Ship Hotel in Dolgellau - geograph.org.uk - 5898400📷 7

Cafés · Mid Wales

Y Sospan

Y Sospan — a café in wales north.

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Scene outside the Royal Ship 1 - geograph.org.uk - 1531632📷 7

Cafés · Mid Wales

T.H. Roberts

T.H. Roberts — a café in wales north.

Cross Foxes Inn - geograph.org.uk - 6026831📷 7

Restaurants · Mid Wales

Cross Foxes

Cross Foxes — a restaurant in wales north.

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Level crossing at Fairbourne - geograph.org.uk - 7551487📷 7

Restaurants · Mid Wales

Penrhyn Bar and Grill

Penrhyn Bar and Grill — a restaurant in wales mid.

Machynlleth Clock Tower - geograph.org.uk - 3391367📷 5

Restaurants · Mid Wales

The White Lion Hotel

The White Lion Hotel — a restaurant in wales mid.

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Eglwys Sant Tydecho, Cemais, St Tydecho's Church, Cemais, Powys 01📷 6

Historic pubs · Mid Wales

Cemmaes

Cemmaes in Wales Mid, United Kingdom.

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Lakes · Mid Wales

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Llyn Gafr — a lake in wales north.

Not a fisherman in sight! - geograph.org.uk - 448035📷 5

Lakes · Mid Wales

Cregennan lakes

Cregennan lakes — a lake in wales north.

Eglwys y Santes Fair; Church of St Mary on the shores of Llyn Talyllyn lake; Llanfihangel-y-Pennant, Gwynedd, Wales 48📷 5

Lakes · Mid Wales

Llyn Mwyngi

Llyn Mwyngi — a lake in wales mid.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Llyn Cau?
Llyn Cau is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL36 9AJ), in the parish of Llanfihangel-y-Pennant.
What is Llyn Cau?
Llyn Cau — a lake in wales mid.
How do I get to Llyn Cau?
The nearest railway station is Corris, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL36 9AJ.
How do I get to Llyn Cau?
The nearest railway station is Corris, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL36 9AJ.