Description
Through the heart of Eryri.
The Snowdonia Way connects Machynlleth in the south with Conwy in the north through the landscape many know as Snowdonia. Along the way, you will encounter valleys, rivers, forests, and traces of the area’s history. The guide demonstrates how a long-distance trek can link the various parts of the national park, rather than each mountain area being visited only on separate day trips.
Low-level main route and a more demanding mountain alternative.
The main route is approximately 156 kilometres long and can be walked over about six to eight days. A longer mountain alternative takes in several well-known peaks, including Cadair Idris and Yr Wyddfa. This provides the opportunity to choose a more demanding itinerary, but the variants should be considered as different trips with varying requirements for conditions and experience.
Maps and stages that support planning.
Route descriptions and maps provide an overview of the connections throughout the region. Practical advice assists when assessing daily distances, transport, and accommodation. The book is useful both for a thru-hiking trek and when you wish to select specific sections, with the possibility to prioritise certain valleys or add extra time at locations along the way.
Flexibility still requires sound judgment.
Lower terrain can be an alternative to the summits, but ascents, long days, and changing weather must still be taken seriously. The mountain alternative requires more mountaineering experience and suitable conditions. The guide is suitable for hikers who want multiple options and wish to use the route information actively to find a feasible plan for the entire hiking party.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Alex Kendall. English language. 176 pages. First edition, published 2017. ISBN 9781852848569.
