Rhyd Ddu Path | Walks and Routes Snowdonia National Park
WEBThe Rhyd Ddu Path is one of two routes to the summit of Yr Wyddfa that ascend the western slopes of the Yr Wyddfa massif. It offers striking mountain scenery, especially towards Moel Hebog and the hills of Nantlle.
The Ultimate Guide to the Rhyd Ddu Path up Snowdon - The Bald …
WEBRoute Profile and Information. Grade: The Rhyd Ddu Path is not a climbing or scrambling route but is a hiking path graded as a “hard mountain walk”. There is one section near the ridge where you may need to use your hands but only for a couple of metres.
Rhyd-ddu - Wikipedia
WEBRhyd-ddu (/ ˌriːdˈðiː /; Welsh: [ˌr̥iːdˈðiː]; lit. 'black ford') is a small village in Snowdonia, North Wales which is a starting point for walks up Snowdon (via the Rhyd Ddu Path), Moel Hebog, Yr Aran and the Nantlle Ridge.
The Rhyd Ddu Path – Llwybr Rhyd Ddu - Walk up Yr Wyddfa …
WEBFeb 22, 2023 · The Rhyd Ddu path provides a quiet option for climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Remember that distance and timings for this walk is for one way only! If you’re not sure of your own pace – double it to be on the safe side. Experienced, fit walkers can easily complete this walk up and down in around 4-5 hours.
Rhyd Ddu Path : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering - SummitPost
WEBThe route starts at the carpark on the A4085 just south of the village of Rhd Ddu (Black Ford). The first few meters of the route follows the track of the Welsh Highland Railway, before starting properly at the kissing gate just past the carpark toilets, where it winds between rocky outcrops.
Rhyd Ddu Path - Snowdon | Advice from a mountain guide - Walk …
WEBMar 21, 2024 · The Rhyd Ddu Path has spectacular views especially on the thrilling ridgeline leading to the summit. It is also on the quiet, western side of the mountain, making it one of the best routes up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).
The Rhyd Ddu Path - Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) Info
WEBThe Rhyd Ddu Path (Llwybr Rhyd Ddu) is located on the west side of the mountain, and is statistically the quietest path on the mountain. This was not always the case, for before the Snowdon Mountain Railway was built, trains brought tourists to Rhyd Ddu station, which was then named ‘Snowdon’.
Rhyd Ddu Path - Free Map Download - Climb Snowdon
WEBThe quietest of the six main routes to the summit, which offers views of striking mountain scenery, especially towards Moel Hebog and the hills of Nantlle to the south, the Rhyd Ddu Path takes in a gradually ascending path from the valley, onto a …
Rhyd Ddu Path - Walk Snowdonia
WEBThe Rhyd-Ddu Path is a great choice for walking up Snowdon. It's the only route where you can see the summit from the start and it has spectacular views whilst walking along the South Ridge. The Rhyd-Ddu Path consists of three sections.
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) via Rhyd Ddu Path and Snowdon Ranger
WEBSep 3, 2022 · This is a great circular route taking you up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) via the Rhyd Ddu Path and descending via the Snowdon Ranger Path. This is perhaps the quieter alternative to many of the other routes up Yr Wyddfa.