5 Things to Do in Betws y Coed

Betws y Coed is a beautiful little village in the heart of North Wales. The village sits of the edge of the Snowdonia National Park where three rivers join together before heading towards the coast. With its wonderful scenery and perfect location for exploring Snowdonia Betws y Coed draws thousands of visitors every year. So what are the top 5 reasons for visiting Betws y Coed.

1) Mount Snowdon, the tallest mountain in Wales, is located just a few minutes to the west of Betws y Coed. Visiting Snowdon is just a short drive to the west from the village along the A5. Betws y Coed has lots of top class hotels and guest houses to stay in or for those on a budget there’s plenty of bed and breakfasts, self catering and youth hostels as well.

2) The village of Betws y Coed is surrounded by beautiful country walks and mountain bike paths. Take a gentle walk alongside any of the rivers and you’ll find beautiful scenery mixed with flowing rivers and white water rapids. If you’re feeling energetic go higher onto the pathways around the village and follow the walks and mountain bike pathways for spectacular views.

3) A little to the west of Betws y Coed is Swallow Falls, hailed by many as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the whole of Wales. You can get to Swallow Falls either by walking along the banks of the River Llugwy for 2 miles from the village or drive along the A5 to the Swallow Falls Hotel where you can access a specially built viewing platform.

4) Fairy Glen is situated a few minutes walk south of the village centre. It is a mystical ravine featuring a mixture of waterfalls and deep water pools. You can get access to Fairy Glen beside the Fairy Glen Hotel. Walk along the river banks beside the river into the ravine as the waterfalls become more dramatic.

5) Finally just relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of one of North Wales nicest villages. There’s plenty to do in Betws y Coed without trekking all over the countryside. Enjoy a meal in one of the multitude of restaurants, sit and watch the world go by in beautiful surroundings, or take the kids to the Conwy Valley Railway Museum and enjoy an ice cream in the sunshine.

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