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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North Wales

Yr Aran

In or near Beddgelert.

Free admission

Yr Aran — Named summit at 747 m.

Yr Aran, 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
Y Copa · 2.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Yr Aran is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 747 m.". Coordinates: 53.0428°, -4.0832°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Yr Aran is a mountain peak on a ridge radiating south from Snowdon, Wales' highest mountain, with views of the summit of Snowdon, Moel Hebog and the Nantlle Ridge. It has an elevation of 747.2 m (2,451 ft) and a prominence of 235 m (771 ft). Although no paths are marked on maps, the ascent can be made as a detour from the Rhyd Ddu path or the Watkin Path up Snowdon.

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Coordinates
53.0428, -4.0832
Address
Gwynedd, Wales
Nearest railway station
Y Copa2.9 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Yr Aran?
Yr Aran is in North Wales, United Kingdom.
What is Yr Aran?
Yr Aran — Named summit at 747 m.
How do I get to Yr Aran?
The nearest railway station is Y Copa, about 2.9 km away. Its coordinates are 53.0428°, -4.0832°.
Is Yr Aran free to visit?
Yes, Yr Aran is free to enter.
How do I get to Yr Aran?
The nearest railway station is Y Copa, about 2.9 km away.