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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North Wales

Moel Ystradau

In or near Beddgelert.

Free admission

Moel Ystradau — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 296 m.

Tanygrisiau Reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 2598573

Gareth James — 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
Tanygrisiau · 1.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Moel Ystradau is a named summit in wales-north, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 296 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

Moel Ystradau is a mountain located in North Wales. It is notable for its rugged terrain and scenic views, characteristic of the region's landscape.

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

Coordinates
52.9757, -3.9600
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Ffestiniog
Postcode
LL41 3TP
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Tanygrisiau1.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Moel Ystradau?
Moel Ystradau is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL41 3TP), in the parish of Ffestiniog.
What is Moel Ystradau?
Moel Ystradau — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 296 m.
How do I get to Moel Ystradau?
The nearest railway station is Tanygrisiau, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL41 3TP.
Is Moel Ystradau free to visit?
Yes, Moel Ystradau is free to enter.
How do I get to Moel Ystradau?
The nearest railway station is Tanygrisiau, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL41 3TP.