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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North Wales

Pen yr Orsedd

In or near Capel Garmon.

Free admission

Pen yr Orsedd — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 442 m.

Pen yr Orsedd - geograph.org.uk - 405030

Alwyn Williams — 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
Betws-y-Coed · 9.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Pen yr Orsedd is a named summit in wales-north, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 442 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

Pen yr Orsedd is a mountain located in North Wales. It is part of the Snowdonia National Park and offers views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular for hiking and outdoor activities.

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Coordinates
53.0856, -3.6543
Nearest railway station
Betws-y-Coed9.8 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pen yr Orsedd?
Pen yr Orsedd is in North Wales, United Kingdom.
What is Pen yr Orsedd?
Pen yr Orsedd — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 442 m.
How do I get to Pen yr Orsedd?
The nearest railway station is Betws-y-Coed, about 9.8 km away. Its coordinates are 53.0856°, -3.6543°.
Is Pen yr Orsedd free to visit?
Yes, Pen yr Orsedd is free to enter.