Description
Scrambling among the great mountains of Wales.
Snowdonia, also known as Eryri, contains a concentrated selection of mountain ridges, rocky sections, and traverses. Scrambles in Snowdonia covers both well-known routes and alternatives in quieter parts of the region. The book provides a broader foundation for a mountain holiday than simply following one of the major classics.
80 graded routes with maps and photo-topos.
The selection includes the Snowdon group, Glyderau, and Carneddau, as well as trips further south near Cadair Idris. The Snowdon Horseshoe, Tryfan’s North Ridge, Bristly Ridge, and Cneifion Arête are among the routes. Grading from 1 to 3S, OS maps at 1:25,000, and photo-topos help you assess line choices and challenges.
Details that make trip planning clearer.
The book provides approach times, elevation, aspect, and route length, and covers equipment, navigation, and ropework. Llanberis and the Ogwen Valley are central bases, while Dolgellau provides access to the southern routes. This allows you to choose an area that suits your stay and find several trips of varying difficulty.
Who is the book suitable for?
The routes require experience in exposed mountain terrain and comfort with heights. The most difficult routes require knowledge of ropework and sound mountain judgment. Descriptions apply to summer routes. The book provides planning support, while weather, conditions, and the group’s skills must determine which challenges are appropriate on the day.
A long tradition of guidebooks.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher grew from climbers and mountain people who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for hiking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Rachel Crolla and Carl McKeating. English language. 280 pages. Fourth edition, published in 2022. ISBN 9781786311368.
